10 Questions
What type of network uses long-distance transmission media?
Wide area network (WAN)
Which device converts data into signals to travel over a medium?
Modems
What is the largest WAN?
The Internet
Which device provides a connection between a computer and a network?
Network interface card (NIC)
What links computers in a limited geographic area?
Metropolitan area network (MAN)
What are the two categories of computer networks for business and organizations mentioned in the text?
Local area network (LAN) and Wide area network (WAN)
What are some examples of communication devices mentioned in the text?
Computers, Modems, Routers, Switches, Network interface cards (NICs)
What is the function of a network interface card (NIC)?
It provides a connection between a device and a network
What is the purpose of a WAN?
It links computer systems over long distances, ranging from a few miles to thousands of miles apart
What is the Internet classified as based on the text?
The largest WAN
Test your knowledge of network fundamentals with this quiz. Explore concepts such as LAN, WAN, and the different ways computer systems can be linked to share data and resources.
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