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Network Interface Card and Wireless Access Point Quiz

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What is the function of a Network Interface Card (NIC)?

Convert signals from the network into a form that can be understood (correct)

Transmit signals wirelessly

Manage wifi passwords securely

Connect different networks together

How does a computer system connect to a wired network using a NIC?

Via a wireless router

By plugging an RJ45 connector on an ethernet cable into the NIC (correct)

Through a Wireless Access Point (WAP)

By connecting to a hub or switch wirelessly

What is the purpose of a Wireless Access Point (WAP) in a wireless network?

Convert signals from the network into understandable form

Manage wifi passwords securely

Transmit signals from the network to wireless NICs (correct)

Join different networks together

In a home network, what device is responsible for connecting multiple ethernet cabled devices?

Router Signup and view all the answers

When connecting to a coffee shop's wireless network, what device are you connecting to?

Wireless Access Point (WAP) Signup and view all the answers

Why should you be cautious when using personal data on public networks?

Because security and data privacy on public networks are not guaranteed Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a switch in a network?

To redirect network traffic to the correct devices Signup and view all the answers

Which type of connection medium is more difficult to install but offers higher speeds and can be used over greater distances?

Fibre optic cable Signup and view all the answers

In a home network setup, which devices are commonly found together in the same box?

Router, switch, and wireless access point Signup and view all the answers

What technology uses radio waves to connect devices together?

Wireless technology Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes expensive switches from basic switches?

They have control circuitry to redirect network traffic Signup and view all the answers

Which transmission media is described as having a standard plug at each end and being simple to configure?

Ethernet cable Signup and view all the answers