WJEC Jan 2024

State the type of network needed to connect all shops to Fresh Choice’s headquarters.

• Local Area Network (LAN)

• Wide Area Network (WAN)

• Personal Area Network (PAN)

• Metropolitan Area Network (MAN)

Suggest a different type of network that may be used by other single store shops.

• Local Area Network (LAN)

• Wide Area Network (WAN)

• Personal Area Network (PAN)

• Virtual Private Network (VPN)

Identify the error in the diagram of the star network.

• A device is not connected to the central hub.

• The central hub is missing.

• There are too many devices connected.

• A device is connected to another device instead of the hub.

What is one advantage of a star network topology over a ring network topology?

• Easier to add new devices

• Requires less cable

• More secure

• Faster data transfer

What is one disadvantage of a star network topology compared to a ring network topology?

• More expensive to install

• Slower data transfer

• Less reliable

• Harder to troubleshoot

What is the purpose of a router in a network?

• It connects two networks with different transmission protocols.

• It connects computer devices together and reads hardware addresses.

• It provides a communication link between networks and selects the best path for data.

• It stores data packets temporarily for processing.

What is the function of a switch in a network?

• It connects two networks with different transmission protocols.

• It provides a communication link between networks.

• It connects computer devices together and reads hardware addresses.

• It stores data packets temporarily for processing.

What role does a gateway play in a network?

• It connects two networks with different transmission protocols.

• It provides a communication link between networks.

• It connects computer devices together and reads hardware addresses.

• It stores data packets temporarily for processing.

Which of the following is a benefit of cloud computing over in-house servers?

• Cloud computing allows physical control over data back-up.

• Cloud computing saves physical space.

• Cloud computing does not depend on an Internet connection.

• Cloud computing keeps critical data within the organization.

What is a key advantage of cloud computing in terms of data availability?

• Data is available 24/7 anywhere in the world with an Internet connection.

• Data is only available during business hours.

• Data is available without an Internet connection.

• Data is available only on specific devices.