Network Quiz

What is a network?

• A single computer system used for personal tasks.

• Two or more computer systems linked together to share information.

• A software application for managing files.

• A type of computer hardware.

What is the purpose of a network?

• To connect computers for gaming.

• To provide services or resources to its users.

• To install software updates.

• To increase the speed of the internet.

What are network clients?

• Devices that store data.

• Computers and software that allow users to request resources.

• Hardware components that connect to the internet.

• Programs that protect against viruses.

What is a Local Area Network (LAN)?

• A network that spans multiple countries.

• A network in a single location.

• A network used exclusively for gaming.

• A network that connects only mobile devices.

What is a Wide Area Network (WAN)?

• A network that spans a single building.

• A network that connects devices within a home.

• A network that spans different geographic locations.

• A network used for personal communication.

What are telecommunications companies also known as?

• Internet Service Providers (ISP)

• Telcos

• Network clients

• Network servers

What is the role of an adapter in a network?

• To store data.

• To transmit and receive signals.

• To protect against malware.

• To increase internet speed.

Which type of data connection uses cabling and either electrical signals over copper wire or light signals over fiber optic to connect nodes?

• Wireless (Wi-Fi)

• Satellite

• Wired

• Cellular radio

What is the range up to which a node usually connects to an access point using Wi-Fi?

• 10m

• 20m

• 30m

• 40m

What is the primary function of a network protocol?

• To increase the speed of the network

• To package network signals so each host can understand them

• To provide wireless connectivity

• To reduce network costs