AIU Faculty of Informatics: Networks and Communications Chapter 9 Quiz
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Which of the following is NOT a communication device?

  • Satellite
  • Router
  • Monitor (correct)
  • Printer

    • What is a network advantage as mentioned in the text?

  • Utilizing satellite for internet connection
  • Storing information on any device
  • Sharing hardware and data (correct)
  • Using cellular radio for communication

    • What are the essential elements required for a successful communication?

  • Sender, receiver, and communication medium (correct)
  • Server, client, and cables
  • Computer, printer, and telephone line
  • Transmitter, receiver, and internet connection

    • Which type of communication allows data transmission without physical wires?

    <p>Cellular radio</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a network according to the given information?

    <p>A group of computers and devices connected with each other via communication devices and transmission media</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of a communication device?

    <p>To allow the transfer of data and instructions between computers/devices</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main advantage of sharing software through a network license?

    <p>It is usually less expensive than buying separate copies of the software for each individual user</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of network covers a large geographical area such as a city, country, or the whole world?

    <p>Wide Area Network (WAN)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a server provide to the connected devices in a network in client-server architecture?

    <p>Central storage space</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main characteristic of peer-to-peer networks?

    <p>All connected computers share the same responsibilities and capabilities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of network connects local area networks in a specific metropolitan area?

    <p>Metropolitan Area Network (MAN)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an important job of a server in client-server architecture?

    <p>Managing scheduled software updates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do local area networks (LANs) connect devices?

    <p>Using wireless technology (WLAN)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of a wide area network (WAN)?

    <p>To cover a large geographical area and use various communication technologies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which type of network architecture do all connected computers share the same responsibilities and capabilities?

    <p>Peer-to-Peer Network</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Communication can occur wirelessly over cellular radio or satellites, without the use of physical wires. (True/False)

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In a network, users can share all connected devices, such as printers or internet lines. (True/False)

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Peer-to-peer networks have centralized servers that provide resources to other connected devices. (True/False)

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Networks are only formed by connecting computers; devices such as smartphones and tablets are excluded. (True/False)

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A network provides the advantage of sharing only software through a network license. (True/False)

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    All communication devices function by transmitting data, instructions, and information to and from other computers or devices. (True/False)

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In a local area network (LAN), wireless technology is not used to connect devices (WLAN).

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The internet is not considered a wide area network (WAN).

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The client-server architecture always involves one computer acting as a servant providing services to the rest of the devices connected to the network.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Peer-to-peer networks are typically used to serve more than 10 computers.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The main function of a server in client-server architecture is to manage access to resources such as hardware, software, data, and information.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In a local area network (LAN), physical wires are not used to connect devices.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A wide area network (WAN) does not cover a large geographical area such as a city, country, or the whole world.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In a peer-to-peer network, all connected computers share the same responsibilities and capabilities.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In a client-server architecture, a server does not provide the rest of the connected devices in the network with a central storage space.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Network architecture does not involve two main categories: client-server architecture and peer-to-peer architecture.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Communication Devices and Networks

    • A communication device is not a network.
    • Networks provide the advantage of sharing resources, software, and hardware.

    Communication Essentials

    • Essential elements for successful communication include a sender, receiver, message, channel, and feedback.

    Types of Networks

    • Wireless networks allow data transmission without physical wires.
    • A wide area network (WAN) covers a large geographical area such as a city, country, or the whole world.
    • A metropolitan area network (MAN) connects local area networks in a specific metropolitan area.

    Network Architecture

    • Client-server architecture involves a central server providing resources to connected devices.
    • In peer-to-peer networks, all connected computers share the same responsibilities and capabilities.
    • The main function of a server is to manage access to resources such as hardware, software, data, and information.

    Network Characteristics

    • Networks allow shared use of devices, such as printers or internet lines.
    • Communication can occur wirelessly over cellular radio or satellites, without the use of physical wires.
    • Local area networks (LANs) connect devices using physical wires or wireless technology (WLAN).
    • The main function of a WAN is to connect devices over a large geographical area.

    True or False Statements

    • False: Networks are only formed by connecting computers; devices such as smartphones and tablets are excluded.
    • False: A network provides the advantage of sharing only software through a network license.
    • True: All communication devices function by transmitting data, instructions, and information to and from other computers or devices.

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    Test your knowledge of networks and communications with this quiz based on Chapter 9 of the Arab International University's Faculty of Informatics and Communications course. Explore the concepts of communication, communication devices, and more.

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