30 Questions
Which is the largest computer network in the world?
Internet
What type of network do Dual-mode Phones connect to?
Cellular Network
What technology is used by Satellite Phones for communication?
Satellite Technology
What is the main purpose of Multimedia Networking?
Distributing digital multimedia with receiver and streamer
What type of network does a GPS (Global Positioning System) use to determine exact geographic location?
Satellite Network
What type of network is used for Electronic Medical Monitors in healthcare?
Sensor Network for home automation
Which type of network topology uses a central cable to connect all devices?
Bus Network
What type of network architecture involves a computer or other device that utilizes network resources?
Client-Server Networks
What type of network covers a large geographic area?
Intranet
What is the term for the amount of data that can be transferred in a given period of time, measured in bits per second (bps), Kbps, Mbps, or Gbps?
Data Transmission Characteristics
Which type of transmission involves data being sent when ready without being synchronized?
Asynchronous Transmission
In which type of transmission does data travel in both directions simultaneously?
Full-Duplex Transmission
What type of network uses radio waves to connect devices without cables?
Wireless Network
Which network type requires devices to be physically located close together?
Personal Area Networks (PANs)
What type of transmission involves data sent one bit at a time, one after another, along a single path?
Serial Transmission
Which network topology indicates that devices are connected without cables (via radio waves)?
Wireless Network
What is the primary function of Business Intelligence (BI)?
Gathering, storing, and analyzing data for better business decisions
How does a data mart differ from a data warehouse?
Data marts store data for a department, while data warehouses store data for an entire company
What is the goal of social media analytics?
Storing and analyzing data from blogs and social media sites
What is the purpose of Web Mining?
Collecting and analyzing data from websites
How does Data Mining contribute to organizations?
Identifying processes that need improvement
What does Enterprise Architecture provide a detailed picture of?
Organization's functions, systems, and digital ecosystems
Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) is described as:
A large integrated system that ties together all of a business’s activities
What is the main purpose of an Expert System?
To provide advice expected from a human expert
What is the primary function of Document Management Systems (DMS)?
Store, organize, and retrieve electronic documents
What is the key capability provided by Decision Support Systems (DSSs)?
Organizing and analyzing decision making
What is the primary function of a Geographic Information System (GIS)?
Combining geographical information with other types of data for better understanding
What distinguishes an Integrated Enterprise System from other systems mentioned?
It ties together all of a business’s activities into a large integrated system
What is the primary function of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)?
Track and manage inventory within warehouses
What distinguishes Supply Chain Management (SCM) from other systems mentioned?
Oversees movement of information to customers Just-in-time (JIT)
Test your knowledge of networks with this overview quiz covering topics such as computer networks, internet, telephone service, and cellular communication. Explore the basics of network connectivity and communication technologies.
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