Computer Networks and Internet Chapter 4

What is the primary characteristic that distinguishes a LAN from a WAN?

Geographical span

Which network topology uses a central device to connect all network devices?

Star Topology

What is a common network failure scenario in Bus Topology?

If the bus line fails, the network cannot function

What is the primary function of a WAN?

To connect multiple LANs together Signup and view all the answers

What is the physical arrangement of devices in a network referred to as?

Network Topology Signup and view all the answers

What is a common consequence of a central device failure in Star Topology?

The network cannot function Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of a modem in a computer system?

To convert digital signals to analog and vice versa Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a special filter installed on a subscriber's telephone line in ADSL technology?

To allow both ADSL and regular voice services to be used simultaneously Signup and view all the answers

What is the typical ratio of upstream to downstream speed in ADSL connections?

1:8 Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe the amount of information that can be transmitted over a network in a given amount of time?

Network bandwidth Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe the speed of sending data to other devices on a network?

Upstream Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe the speed of downloading data from a network?

Downstream Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of this chapter?

Exploring the Internet and its applications Signup and view all the answers

What is the main goal of this chapter for students?

To understand the fundamental concepts of computer networks and the Internet Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the intended learning outcomes of this chapter for students?

To define the main terminologies, topologies, and network architectures Signup and view all the answers

What type of communication channels are described in this chapter?

Both physical and wireless communication channels Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the types of physical transmission media discussed in this chapter?

Twisted-pair cable Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following books is NOT mentioned as a reference for further reading?

Computer Networks by Tanenbaum Signup and view all the answers

What is the unit of measurement for the Internet connection speed of 8 Mbps?

Mbps Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the network in a Bus topology if the shared line fails?

The whole network will fail Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of a Switch in a network?

To determine the destination of data packets and forward them appropriately Signup and view all the answers

What type of cable is more expensive than fiber-optics cable?

Twisted pair cable Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of a server in a Client-Server architecture?

To receive clients' requests and respond accordingly Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a modem in a network?

To convert digital signals to analog signals Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum number of computers that can be efficiently connected in a Peer-to-Peer architecture?

10 Signup and view all the answers

What is the classification of the IP address 192.186.100.0?

Valid IP address Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of protocols in a network?

To govern correct communication between different parties Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the physical path through which data is transmitted in a network?

Transmission Medium Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary advantage of a Peer-to-Peer architecture?

It works well with few devices connected to each other Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the messages sent between devices in a network?

Data Signup and view all the answers