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What is one of the primary benefits of 5G technology?

  • Reduced device connectivity
  • Lower overall capacity for devices
  • Increased vulnerability to cyber attacks
  • Faster download speeds (correct)
  • How does edge computing enhance internet device performance?

  • By minimizing proximity to data sources
  • By decentralizing computing away from the network edge
  • By optimizing communications between client and server (correct)
  • By transferring data over long distances
  • What does the Internet of Things (IoT) primarily enable?

  • Communication requiring human intervention
  • Connection of isolated devices with limited data transfer
  • System of interconnected objects that collect and transfer data autonomously (correct)
  • A network reliant solely on wired devices
  • How do network analytics contribute to network performance?

    <p>By leveraging big data and AI for better performance insights</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key advantage of the advancements in wireless technology like 5G for enterprises?

    <p>Ability to support billions of connected devices</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the key benefits of cloud computing in networking?

    <p>It provides services through the Internet.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which technology is known for increasing network speed and enabling advanced applications like virtual reality?

    <p>5G or 802.11ac</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Software Defined Networking (SDN) primarily enable?

    <p>Monitoring and problem detection of networks.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the Internet of Things (IoT)?

    <p>Physical objects connected and capable of data exchange.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Wi-Fi 6 also known as?

    <p>AX WiFi</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which communication model involves interactions between a device and the cloud?

    <p>Device-to-Cloud</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a major advantage of using a computer network?

    <p>Enhances communication and availability of information.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following accurately describes an IoT ecosystem?

    <p>Devices that operate without human intervention.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one potential benefit of IoT devices sharing sensor data?

    <p>Increased accessibility of information.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which challenge is associated with the increasing number of IoT devices?

    <p>Increased data collection difficulty.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a disadvantage of IoT related to security?

    <p>Increased potential for data breaches.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key aspect of network automation?

    <p>Automation of testing and operating devices.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is network automation important for enterprises?

    <p>It improves service availability and reduces costs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a benefit of transferring data packets over a connected network in IoT?

    <p>More efficient resource management.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What issue arises from the lack of international standards for IoT devices?

    <p>Interoperability issues between devices.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    From which perspective is 5G technology primarily being evaluated?

    <p>Mobile device connectivity.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Computer Network

    • A group of computers sharing resources through common communication protocols.

    Advantages of Computer Networking

    • Enhanced communication and information availability.
    • Convenient resource sharing.
    • Easier file sharing.
    • Highly flexible.
    • Inexpensive system.
    • Increased cost efficiency.
    • Boosted storage capacity.

    Cloud Computing

    • Delivery of services over the internet.
    • Includes tools and applications like data storage, servers, databases, networking, and software.

    Software-Defined Networking (SDN)

    • Provides software to monitor and detect problems on a network.

    5G or 802.11ac

    • Increased speed for virtual reality, wearables, and no-touch computing.

    Wi-Fi 6

    • Next generation of Wi-Fi technology, also known as "AX WiFi" or "802.11ax WiFi", improving on 802.11ac.

    Internet of Things (IoT)

    • Network of physical objects embedded with sensors, software, and technologies to connect and exchange data over the internet.

    IoT Communications Models

    • Device-to-Device: Direct communication between devices.
    • Device-to-Cloud: Devices send data to a cloud for analysis.
    • Device-to-Gateway: Data is sent to an edge gateway for analysis or transfer to the cloud.
    • Back-End Data-Sharing: Data is shared between systems via APIs or other mechanisms.

    IoT Ecosystem

    • Web-enabled smart devices with embedded systems to collect, send, and use data from their environments.
    • Data collected by devices can be analyzed either locally or in the cloud.

    Advantages of IoT

    • Access information from anywhere at any time.
    • Improved communication between devices.
    • Time and money savings through data packet transfer.
    • Automated tasks improving services and reducing human intervention.

    Disadvantages of IoT

    • Increased risk of information theft by hackers.
    • Challenges in managing and collecting data from a massive number of devices.
    • System bugs can affect all connected devices.
    • Difficulties in communication between devices from different manufacturers due to lack of international compatibility standards.

    Network Automation

    • Automates configuration, management, testing, deployment, and operation of both physical and virtual network devices.
    • Improves network service availability by automating tasks and managing repetitive processes.

    Network Automation Applications

    • Data centers, service providers, and enterprises use network automation to improve efficiency, reduce errors, and minimize operating costs.

    Benefits of Network Automation

    • Improved efficiency.
    • Reduced human error.
    • Lower operating expenses.

    5G Technology

    • Enhances mobile and branch office connectivity.
    • Offers faster download speeds, low latency, high capacity, and connectivity for billions of devices.
    • Important for areas like virtual reality, IoT, and artificial intelligence.

    Network Analytics

    • Big data and artificial intelligence (AI) provide network health insights, enabling unprecedented monitoring and data analysis.

    Edge Computing

    • Optimizes internet devices and applications by bringing computing closer to data sources.
    • Reduces latency and minimizes bandwidth usage by minimizing long-distance communications between client and server.

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    Explore the fundamentals and advantages of computer networking and cloud computing. Dive into Software-Defined Networking, the latest in Wi-Fi technology, and the Internet of Things. This quiz will enhance your understanding of how modern networks operate and their benefits.

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