Learning Goals and Success Criteria for Computer Networks
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What is a computer network?

  • A collection of software and tools for organizing electronic information
  • A single computer linked to multiple printers and scanners
  • A group of computers linked to each other to communicate and share resources (correct)
  • A group of computers not linked to each other

What is necessary for computers to share information directly?

  • Having high-speed internet access
  • Installation of antivirus software on all connected computers
  • Direct physical connection between the computers (correct)
  • Using the same brand of computers

Which of the following is an advantage of computer networking?

  • Sharing printers, scanners, and email (correct)
  • Reduced dependency on multiple computers
  • Improved computer security
  • Ability to access the network without any hardware or software

What does a computer network enable you to do?

<p>Send and receive information when accessing the network (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a main function of components in a computer network?

<p>Connecting computers and tools for sharing resources and applications (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does a computer network involve?

<p>Hardware and software that connect computers and tools (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main advantage of electronic communication?

<p>It is more efficient than paper-based communication (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a major disadvantage of computer networking related to initial set-up?

<p>Costly investment for hardware and software setup (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does a hub do in a computer network?

<p>Splits network connection into multiple computers (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of a router in a computer network?

<p>Analyzes data sent across a network and selects the best route for data to travel (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main advantage of PAN (Personal Area Network)?

<p>Relatively secure and safe (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main advantage of LAN (Local Area Network)?

<p>Can share computer resources like hard-disks, printers, etc. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What could be a major issue with not taking proper security precautions in computer networking?

<p>File encryption risks (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens if a hub receives a request from a computer in a network?

<p>It transmits the request to the entire network (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of switches in computer networking?

<p>Connects computers, printers, and other hardware devices to a network in a campus or building (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What's the primary disadvantage of PAN (Personal Area Network)?

<p>Distance limits (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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