Computer Networking and AI Quiz

What is the primary purpose of a Local Area Network (LAN)?

• To connect only wireless devices

• To provide internet access worldwide

• To link devices within a limited space like a building

• To connect devices across different countries

Which network type would you use to connect your smartphone to wireless headphones?

• Metropolitan Area Network (MAN)

• Wide Area Network (WAN)

• Personal Area Network (PAN)

• Local Area Network (LAN)

What device forwards data packets between different networks?

• Switch

• Router

• Hub

• Access Point

Which network topology has all devices connected to a central hub?

• Mesh topology

• Ring topology

• Star topology

• Bus topology

What is the most common type of wired network connection used in LANs?

• Coaxial cable

• Fibber optic

• Ethernet

• Wireless

Which protocol provides secure website browsing?

• FTP

• TCP

• HTTP

• HTTPS

What is the primary function of a firewall?

• To provide wireless internet access

• To print documents remotely

• To connect multiple networks

• To monitor and control network traffic

Which network type covers an entire city?

• LAN

• PAN

• WAN

• MAN

What technology uses light to transmit data?

• Ethernet

• Bluetooth

• Wi-Fi

• Fibber optic

Which is a common network security threat?

• Firewall

• Authentication

• Phishing

• Encryption