Computer Science and Networking Quiz

Which protocols are working at different levels of TCP/IP?

• HTTP, FTP, TCP, IP

• SMTP, POP3, IMAP, DNS

• ARP, RARP, ICMP, IGMP

• All of the above

What factors affect the quality of data transmission and loss of data packets?

• Network congestion, signal interference, hardware issues

• Weather conditions, time of day, user location

• Software updates, device brand, user preferences

• Screen resolution, battery life, app version

Real time operating systems are suitable for monitoring critical real life situations because:

• They are slower and less reliable

• They provide immediate processing and response

• They are cheaper and easier to install

• They require less power and maintenance

Why ROM is a suitable storage device for storage of computerised monitoring systems?

• It is volatile and easily modified

• It is non-volatile and retains data without power

• It is expensive and requires frequent updates

• It is large and consumes more power

What is API?

• Application Programming Interface

• Automated Process Integration

• Advanced Protocol Interface

• Application Process Interchange

Describe RAID 5?

• A single disk storage system

• A system with no redundancy

• A system with data striping and parity

• A system with only data mirroring

What are the advantages of ethernet cable as compared to wireless connection?

• Higher speed and more stable connection

• More portable and flexible

• Easier to install and configure

• Less secure and more interference

What are the advantages of a CSV file?

• Complex data structure and high security

• Simple format and easy to read

• Limited compatibility and high cost

• Requires special software to open

What are the advantages of using metadata on websites?

• Improves search engine ranking and data organization

• Increases loading time and reduces accessibility

• Decreases security and increases complexity

• Requires more storage and processing power

Describe the advantages and disadvantages of the use of transactional data in-store and online.

• Only advantages in-store

• Only disadvantages online

• Both advantages and disadvantages in-store and online

• No advantages or disadvantages