Understanding Network Types and Components

A ________ network connects computers within a limited area, such as a home or office.

• Local Area Network (LAN)

• Personal Area Network (PAN)

• Metropolitan Area Network (MAN)

• Wide Area Network (WAN)

The main device that connects multiple devices in a network is called a ________.

• modem

• hub

• router

• switch

A ________ network spans a large geographical area, often connecting multiple cities or countries.

• Local Area Network (LAN)

• Wide Area Network (WAN)

• Metropolitan Area Network (MAN)

• Personal Area Network (PAN)

In a star topology, all devices are connected to a central ________.

• router

• switch

• hub

• modem

A ________ is a device that forwards data packets between computer networks.

• switch

• hub

• router

• modem

The ________ layer of the OSI model is responsible for data formatting and encryption.

• Network

• Transport

• Presentation

• Session

A ________ network is typically used for connecting devices in a single building or campus.

• metropolitan area network (MAN)

• wide area network (WAN)

• personal area network (PAN)

• local area network (LAN)

The ________ protocol is commonly used for secure data transmission over the internet.

• SMTP

• FTP

• HTTP

• TLS

A ________ is a type of network that allows devices to communicate directly without a central server.

• peer-to-peer network

• client-server network

• mesh network

• broadcast network

In a mesh network, each device is connected to ________ other devices to ensure redundancy.

• two

• five

• four

• three