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What type of network connects a relatively small number of machines in a close geographical area?
What type of network connects a relatively small number of machines in a close geographical area?
- Local-area network (correct)
- Global-area network
- Wide-area network
- Metropolitan-area network
Which network topology connects all nodes in a closed loop where messages travel in one direction?
Which network topology connects all nodes in a closed loop where messages travel in one direction?
- Mesh topology
- Bus topology
- Ring topology (correct)
- Star topology
In which network configuration are all nodes connected to a single communication line that carries messages in both directions?
In which network configuration are all nodes connected to a single communication line that carries messages in both directions?
- Tree topology
- Bus topology (correct)
- Star topology
- Mesh topology
Which technology has become the industry standard for LANs?
Which technology has become the industry standard for LANs?
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What technical limitations do Local Area Networks (LANs) with high-speed communication face?
What technical limitations do Local Area Networks (LANs) with high-speed communication face?
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What is the main function of a gateway in a LAN?
What is the main function of a gateway in a LAN?
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Which technology uses regular copper phone lines to transfer digital data?
Which technology uses regular copper phone lines to transfer digital data?
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What defines a Broadband connection?
What defines a Broadband connection?
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What are the Internet backbone networks used for?
What are the Internet backbone networks used for?
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What role does an Internet service provider (ISP) play?
What role does an Internet service provider (ISP) play?
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