24 Questions
What is a network?
A group of interconnected devices for data exchange
Which term refers to the transmission of data between computers and electronic devices?
Data communication
What type of data communication mode is unidirectional?
Simplex Mode
In which type of duplex mode does data flow in both directions but only one at a time?
Half Duplex
What is the purpose of a protocol in data communication?
To establish rules for sender and receiver communication
Which component of data communication is responsible for receiving data?
Receiver
What is the main function of a switch in a network?
Interconnects two computer networks
Which network connectivity device works on the principle of IP address?
Router
What is the purpose of a repeater in a network?
Regenerates weak signals
What does a modem do in a network?
Converts analog signals to digital signals
Which network connectivity device interconnects two networks with dissimilar communication protocols?
Gateway
In the context of network connectivity devices, what distinguishes a router from a switch?
Works on the principle of Internet Protocol address
What is the main function of a NIC card in a computer network?
Connects all computers in the network
Which type of connector is commonly used with fiber optics cables?
ST connector
In what communication medium are ST connectors typically used?
Fiber optics communication
What type of communication requires an artificial satellite to be placed in outer space?
Satellite communication
Which device is responsible for connecting different computers in a star topology on a network?
Hub
What is the purpose of using a BNC connector in a computer network?
For co-axial cable communication
What is another term for communication media in the context of data transmission?
Transmission cables
Which type of communication media does not require the use of wire or cable for data transfer?
Radio Wave
In fiber optic cables, what is used to carry the data signal from one end of the cable to the other end?
Light wave
What material is used to make Co-Axial Cables for data transmission?
Aluminum wire
Which type of communication media includes a pair of wires twisted together and insulated with plastic?
Twisted Pair Wire
How does Radio Wave transmit data and information between two devices?
Via high frequency electromagnetic waves
Test your knowledge on the basics of networking, telecommunication, and data communication modes. Learn about the interconnection of devices and the transmission of data for communication purposes.
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