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Which type of network architecture involves one or more computers functioning as servers and others as clients?
Which type of network architecture involves one or more computers functioning as servers and others as clients?
What is a common disadvantage of a client-server network?
What is a common disadvantage of a client-server network?
How are digital signals represented in data transmission?
How are digital signals represented in data transmission?
What is the main advantage of digital transmission over analog transmission?
What is the main advantage of digital transmission over analog transmission?
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Why are client PCs in a client-server network typically less powerful than servers?
Why are client PCs in a client-server network typically less powerful than servers?
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What happens to the entire network if the server in a client-server network experiences downtime?
What happens to the entire network if the server in a client-server network experiences downtime?
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What is the most common physical transmission medium used in local area networks to connect computers and devices?
What is the most common physical transmission medium used in local area networks to connect computers and devices?
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Which type of twisted pair cable contains a layer of foil shielding to reduce electromagnetic interference?
Which type of twisted pair cable contains a layer of foil shielding to reduce electromagnetic interference?
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What physical transmission medium is more expensive than twisted pair cables, offers higher data transfer rates, and is used by Cable TV networks and Telephone Companies?
What physical transmission medium is more expensive than twisted pair cables, offers higher data transfer rates, and is used by Cable TV networks and Telephone Companies?
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In a fiber optic cable, what surrounds each strand of glass inside the cable?
In a fiber optic cable, what surrounds each strand of glass inside the cable?
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Which topology refers to the network layout where all devices are connected to a central hub or switch?
Which topology refers to the network layout where all devices are connected to a central hub or switch?
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What is the term used to describe the way data is transmitted in both directions simultaneously, like in a telephone call?
What is the term used to describe the way data is transmitted in both directions simultaneously, like in a telephone call?
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