Computer Networks Quiz 2025

What are the advantages of shared resources in a network?

• Cheaper than buying separately for each computer.

• Easier to manage software installations.

• Access files and data from any machine on the network.

What are the disadvantages of a poorly managed network?

• It can become unusable and productivity may fall.

• Files' security is harder to implement.

• Specialists might be required for managing.

What is a Local Area Network (LAN)?

• Small computer networks confined to a localized area.

• Networks that spread across countries.

• An interconnection of devices within a range of an individual person.

What is a Wide Area Network (WAN)?

• Networks that spread across countries or large geographical areas.

• Small computer networks confined to a localized area.

• An interconnection of devices within a range of an individual person.

What is the role of a server in a network?

• Facilitates the sharing of data, software, and hardware resources.

• Requests services from clients.

• Controls security of the network.

What are the types of networks mentioned?

• LAN, WAN, MAN, P2P, Client-Server

• LAN, WAN, VPN, P2P, Client-Server

• LAN, WAN, MAN, P2P, VPN

What is the difference between circuit switching and packet switching?

• Circuit switching establishes a dedicated path, while packet switching sends data in packets.

• Packet switching is slower than circuit switching.

• Circuit switching is used for large data transfers.

What is bandwidth?

• The difference between the highest and lowest frequencies.

• The amount of data transferred per second.

• The speed of the network connection.

What is a Personal Area Network (PAN)?

• An interconnection of devices within a range of an individual person.

• A network that connects devices over a large geographical area.

• A network that connects devices within a building.

What happens if the main cable fails?