Chapter 3 – Networks

Networks

Quiz

 

1. What is a network?
   1.   A single computer system
   2.   A collection of computers connected to share resources
   3.   A type of software application
   4.   A hardware component of a computer
2. Which of the following is a primary purpose of a network?
   1.   To enhance the performance of a single computer
   2.   To provide data backup solutions
   3.   To enable sharing of resources and information
   4.   To increase the storage capacity of a computer
3. What does LAN stand for?
   1.   Local Area Network
   2.   Long Area Network
   3.   Large Area Network
   4.   Link Access Network
4. What is a WAN?
   1.   Wide Area Network
   2.   Wireless Access Network
   3.   Web Access Network
   4.   Work Area Network
5. Which device is used to connect multiple networks together?
   1.   Router
   2.   Switch
   3.   Hub
   4.   Modem
6. What is the purpose of a network switch?
   1.   To connect multiple networks across large distances
   2.   To amplify the network signal
   3.   To direct data packets to the correct destination within a LAN
   4.   To provide wireless access to the network
7. What does the acronym IP stand for in networking?
   1.   Internet Protocol
   2.   Internal Protocol
   3.   Interface Protocol
   4.   Integrated Protocol
8. What is the primary function of a modem in a network?
   1.   To create wireless connections
   2.   To convert digital data into analog signals and vice versa
   3.   To connect multiple devices to a network
   4.   To increase the speed of data transfer
9. Which protocol is used for sending email?
   1.   HTTP
   2.   FTP
   3.   SMTP
   4.   TCP
10. What does HTTP stand for?
    1.   Hypertext Transfer Protocol
    2.   High Transfer Text Protocol
    3.   Hyper Transfer Text Protocol
    4.   Hypertext Transmission Protocol