Understanding Computer Networks

What is a computer network?

• A single computer

• A collection of interconnected computers

• A software application

• A type of hardware.

A domain name is a human-readable form of a ______.

• A) IP address

• B) URL

• C) email address

• D) file path

Which of the following best describes a network?

• A single computer

• A group of computers connected to share resources

• A type of software

• A computer virus

What is the main function of a network?

• To delete data

• To share resources and information

• To isolate computers

• To slow down processes

Which of the following is NOT a purpose of a network?

• To share resources

• To connect computers

• To slow down processes

• To share information.

Fill in the blank: A network is a group of computers that are ______ together.

• isolated

• connected

• deleted

• slowed

Which of the following best describes a client in a network?

• A device that manages resources

• A workstation that connects to the network

• A server that provides services

• A network protocol.

Peer-to-peer networks are typically found in ______.

• Large corporations

• Home and small offices

• Data centers

• Cloud environments

Peer-to-peer networks are known to be ______.

• Expensive

• Inexpensive

• Server-dependent

• High maintenance.

4G and 5G are types of what kind of networks?

• Wired networks

• Cellular data networks

• Local area networks

• Satellite networks