ICT Concepts and Integration Quiz

What does ICT encompass?

Satellite systems and robots only

Any communication device and various services and appliances (correct)

Computer and network hardware only

Radio, television, and cell phones only

What does ICT refer to in terms of convergence?

Convergence of telephone networks with computer networks only

Convergence of audiovisuals, telephone networks, and computer networks (correct)

Convergence of satellite systems with computer networks

Convergence of audiovisuals with computer networks only

What is included in ICT as per the text?

Distance learning and video conferencing only

Digital television and email only

Any product that will store, retrieve, manipulate, transmit, or receive information electronically in a digital form (correct)

Personal computers including smartphones only

What are the economic incentives mentioned for merging telephone networks with the computer network system?

Reduced cost and enhanced efficiency Signup and view all the answers

What does ICT cover as a subject?

Any product that will store, retrieve, manipulate, transmit, or receive information electronically in a digital form Signup and view all the answers

What is a common example of guided transmission media?

Coaxial cable Signup and view all the answers

Which characteristic is associated with unguided transmission media?

High data transfer speed Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary advantage of using fiber optics as a transmission medium?

Immunity to electromagnetic interference Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of twisting the pairs in a twisted-pair cable?

To maintain balance and reduce the impact of external interference Signup and view all the answers

Which organization manages the Ethernet wiring standards for which unshielded twisted-pair (UTP) is commonly used?

Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary difference between unshielded twisted-pair (UTP) and shielded twisted-pair (STP) cables?

Presence or absence of shielding to protect against interference Signup and view all the answers

What role does each wire in a twisted pair cable typically serve?

One carries signals to the receiver, and the other serves as a ground reference Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of Ethernet wiring standards managed by IEEE?

To ensure compatibility and interoperability of network devices Signup and view all the answers