Computer Networks Basics
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What is the primary purpose of a computer network?

  • To provide internet access to a single device
  • To share resources among connected devices (correct)
  • To connect multiple devices for gaming
  • To increase the processing power of individual devices

    • How can physical link resources be separated into multiple virtual topologies?

  • Dedicating individual processors to different slices
  • Installing virtualization software on each device
  • Using a single operating system
  • Implementing a time division multiplexing approach (correct)

    • What is the primary function of hostnames in a computer network?

  • To assign IP addresses to devices
  • To provide a memorable label for each node (correct)
  • To manage network traffic and bandwidth
  • To secure data transmission between devices

    • What is a key requirement for virtualization in networks?

    <p>Multiple networks with different protocol stacks can coexist on the same physical infrastructure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common way to share processing resources among multiple virtual network slices on a single-core system?

    <p>Using operating system techniques to implement processor sharing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of memory resources in a computer network?

    <p>To store packets</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a peer-to-peer network?

    <p>A network where a client can also function as a server</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main advantage of peer-to-peer networks?

    <p>Easy setup, less complexity, and lower cost</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of an end device in a network?

    <p>To originate and receive messages</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of an intermediary device in a network?

    <p>To manage data flow and regenerate signals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the three broad categories of network components?

    <p>Devices, Media, and Services</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a disadvantage of peer-to-peer networks?

    <p>No centralized administration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of physical network topology?

    <p>The physical connections and interconnections between nodes and the network</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does logical network topology refer to?

    <p>The conceptual understanding of how and why the network is arranged</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of network spans a small geographic area?

    <p>Local Area Network (LAN)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of network spans a large geographic area?

    <p>Wide Area Network (WAN)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an example of a device represented on a network diagram?

    <p>Network Interface Card (NIC)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of network diagrams?

    <p>To represent devices on a network</p> Signup and view all the answers

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