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What does LAN stand for?
What does LAN stand for?
- Local Area Network (correct)
- Limited Access Network
- Long Area Network
- Large Area Network
Which type of network design is typically more suitable for small and low traffic networks, but may experience slow data transfer due to data collisions?
Which type of network design is typically more suitable for small and low traffic networks, but may experience slow data transfer due to data collisions?
- Star network
- Client-Server network
- Peer-to-Peer network (correct)
- Bus network
What is a common disadvantage of a Client-Server network?
What is a common disadvantage of a Client-Server network?
- No need for high-spec machines
- Limited identification of clients
- Not suitable for large networks
- Slow data transfer speed (correct)
Which of the following factors should be considered when deciding on the topology of a network?
Which of the following factors should be considered when deciding on the topology of a network?
What are the advantages of using a BUS topology?
What are the advantages of using a BUS topology?
When nodes are all connected to a single cable in a network, what type of network topology is being described?
When nodes are all connected to a single cable in a network, what type of network topology is being described?
What is the name given to any device connected to a network?
What is the name given to any device connected to a network?
Which of the following is NOT an advantage of networking computers?
Which of the following is NOT an advantage of networking computers?
State two disadvantages of networking computers.
State two disadvantages of networking computers.
Which of the following is NOT a method to secure a network from unauthorized access?
Which of the following is NOT a method to secure a network from unauthorized access?
How many computers are at least required to set up a LAN?
How many computers are at least required to set up a LAN?
What does LAN stand for?
What does LAN stand for?
What is the purpose of a Network Interface Card (NIC)?
What is the purpose of a Network Interface Card (NIC)?
What differentiates a Hub from a Switch?
What differentiates a Hub from a Switch?
Why might a LAN benefit from having a router?
Why might a LAN benefit from having a router?
State three advantages of connecting a LAN using wireless technology instead of wires.
State three advantages of connecting a LAN using wireless technology instead of wires.
What are two disadvantages of connecting a LAN using wireless technology instead of wires?
What are two disadvantages of connecting a LAN using wireless technology instead of wires?
Which security issues can arise with wireless connections in a LAN?
Which security issues can arise with wireless connections in a LAN?
