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What is the main purpose of a computer network?
What is the main purpose of a computer network?
- To store data on a single computer
- To reduce the need for peripheral devices
- To connect two or more computers together (correct)
- To enhance computer speed
What is the benefit of using a network for simultaneous access?
What is the benefit of using a network for simultaneous access?
- Reduced cost of peripheral devices
- Improved internet connection
- Easy sharing of data and programs among many users (correct)
- Faster printing speeds
What type of server stores data files and is commonly used in networks?
What type of server stores data files and is commonly used in networks?
- Speed server
- Printer server
- Data server
- File server (correct)
Why is it cost-effective to connect peripheral devices like printers to a network?
Why is it cost-effective to connect peripheral devices like printers to a network?
How do networks enable managers to back up important data more easily?
How do networks enable managers to back up important data more easily?
What type of network is designed to operate over a small physical area like an office or a group of buildings?
What type of network is designed to operate over a small physical area like an office or a group of buildings?
In a Personal Area Network (PAN), what kind of devices are usually connected?
In a Personal Area Network (PAN), what kind of devices are usually connected?
What type of network is entirely owned by the campus owner?
What type of network is entirely owned by the campus owner?
In a Peer-to-Peer network, how does each computer function regarding resources?
In a Peer-to-Peer network, how does each computer function regarding resources?
What is the role of a server in a Client/Server network?
What is the role of a server in a Client/Server network?
What type of network is used to transfer large blocks of data between users when computers are widely separated?
What type of network is used to transfer large blocks of data between users when computers are widely separated?
