Computer Networking Chapter 1

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What is the primary goal of computer networking?

  • Improving computer security
  • Reducing hardware costs
  • High-speed data transfer
  • Resource sharing (correct)

What is the term for the common telecommunication technology used by nodes in a computer network?

  • Telecommunication technology (correct)
  • Transmission media
  • Protocol
  • Network software

What is an example of hardware sharing in a computer network?

  • Printer and fax machine (correct)
  • Database and application software
  • Email and video conferencing
  • Satellite and infrared beam connections

What is the term for the rules that govern data communication in a computer network?

<p>Protocols (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of network software in a computer network?

<p>To facilitate communication between nodes (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary advantage of a Bus topology?

<p>It is cost-effective and requires the least amount of cable (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main disadvantage of a Ring topology?

<p>It is difficult to troubleshoot and add or delete nodes (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of a token in a Token Ring topology?

<p>To roam around the network and carry data packets (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main advantage of a Star topology?

<p>It is easy to troubleshoot and maintain (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary characteristic of a Mesh topology?

<p>Each node is connected to every other node (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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