15 Questions
What is the role of a server on a network?
To provide information to end devices
Which type of server runs email server software?
Email server
In a Peer-to-Peer Network, what is the recommended network design for very small networks?
Having a device be a client and a server
What is the main advantage of print sharing in a Peer-to-Peer Network?
Low cost
What is the function of an end device on a network?
To originate or receive messages
What is the primary role of a client on a network?
To send requests to servers
What is the role of an intermediary device in a network?
All of the above
What type of medium uses modulation of specific frequencies of electromagnetic waves for wireless transmission?
Wireless
What is the main difference between LANs and WANs?
LANs provide high-speed bandwidth to internal devices, while WANs typically provide slower speed links between LANs
What is the function of a WAN in a network infrastructure?
Interconnect LANs over wide geographical areas
What is the purpose of an intranet in a network infrastructure?
To be accessible only to the organization's members or others with authorization
What type of internet connection offers high bandwidth and is always on?
Cable
Which device is responsible for interconnecting end devices in a limited area?
Switches
Which component of a network is responsible for carrying communication across a medium?
Network Media
What do wireless access points do in a network?
Interconnect end devices in a limited area
Test your knowledge of network components and the roles of host devices such as servers and clients. Learn about the functions and interactions of email servers, web servers, and file servers within a network.
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