Introduction to Networking: Characteristics of Network Topologies and Types
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What type of network can vary in size from a single room to an entire building?

  • Metropolitan Area Network (MAN)
  • Personal Area Network (PAN)
  • Local Area Network (LAN) (correct)
  • Wide Area Network (WAN)
  • Which of the following is an example of a network host?

  • Cable
  • Laptop (correct)
  • Router
  • Wireless LAN Controller (WLC)
  • Which networking protocol is used for providing dynamic IP address allocation?

  • Domain Name Service (DNS)
  • Authentication (LDAP, RADIUS)
  • Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) (correct)
  • Telephony (VoIP)
  • What type of network spans across a single city?

    <p>Metropolitan Area Network (MAN)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is not considered a network host?

    <p>Router</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of network is used by large organizations to connect their different locations over private WAN links?

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

    Which network type is specifically built to store data and consists of high-speed fiber links and large storage servers?

    <p>Storage Area Network (SAN)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What WAN protocol forwards traffic using labels(numbers) to identify different sites and offers flexibility with physical layout, data prioritization, and redundancy?

    <p>Multiprotocol Label Switching (MPLS)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of network is made up of clients sharing resources without a server and is commonly found in homes and small businesses?

    <p>Workgroup or SOHO network</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of network is used by large organizations to simplify the management of their numerous users and devices, and requires server hardware and software?

    <p>Client/Server network</p> Signup and view all the answers

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