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What is the primary function of servers in a network?
What is the primary function of servers in a network?
Peer-to-peer networks are known for their centralized administration.
Peer-to-peer networks are known for their centralized administration.
False
Name one advantage of peer-to-peer networking.
Name one advantage of peer-to-peer networking.
Easy to set up
Every computer connected to a network is called a __________.
Every computer connected to a network is called a __________.
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Which of the following is an example of a World Wide Network?
Which of the following is an example of a World Wide Network?
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Match the types of networks with their descriptions:
Match the types of networks with their descriptions:
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Clients in a network can also function as servers in a peer-to-peer network.
Clients in a network can also function as servers in a peer-to-peer network.
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What is one disadvantage of peer-to-peer networks?
What is one disadvantage of peer-to-peer networks?
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Which type of network typically connects hundreds of millions of computers across the globe?
Which type of network typically connects hundreds of millions of computers across the globe?
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In a peer-to-peer network, administrators can easily manage all connected devices centrally.
In a peer-to-peer network, administrators can easily manage all connected devices centrally.
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Name one disadvantage of using peer-to-peer networking.
Name one disadvantage of using peer-to-peer networking.
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Computers that provide information to end devices on the network are known as __________.
Computers that provide information to end devices on the network are known as __________.
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What is typically true about client computers in a network?
What is typically true about client computers in a network?
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What term describes computers connected to a network?
What term describes computers connected to a network?
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Match the following terms with their correct descriptions:
Match the following terms with their correct descriptions:
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Medium to large networks typically consist of one location with a few interconnected computers.
Medium to large networks typically consist of one location with a few interconnected computers.
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What is one disadvantage of using a peer-to-peer network?
What is one disadvantage of using a peer-to-peer network?
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Each computer in a network is referred to as a host or end device.
Each computer in a network is referred to as a host or end device.
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What connects a few computers to each other and the Internet?
What connects a few computers to each other and the Internet?
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The computers that send requests to servers are called __________.
The computers that send requests to servers are called __________.
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Match the following types of networks with their characteristics:
Match the following types of networks with their characteristics:
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Which of the following describes a server's role in a network?
Which of the following describes a server's role in a network?
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In small businesses, it is uncommon for a client to also function as a server.
In small businesses, it is uncommon for a client to also function as a server.
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What do you call networks that do not have centralized administration?
What do you call networks that do not have centralized administration?
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Study Notes
Network Types
- Small Home Networks connect a few computers to each other and the Internet, facilitating basic online activities.
- Small Office/Home Office networks enable remote offices to connect to corporate systems, enhancing productivity and collaboration.
- Medium to Large Networks involve many locations with hundreds or thousands of interconnected computers, supporting larger organizations’ needs.
- World Wide Networks like the Internet connect hundreds of millions of computers globally, providing vast resources and communication channels.
Network Components
- Computers on a network are referred to as hosts or end devices, essential for communication and data sharing.
- Servers are specialized computers that provide information and services to end devices; examples include email servers, web servers, and file servers.
- Clients are computers that initiate requests to servers for information, such as web pages or emails.
- Client and server software typically operate on separate machines, optimizing data retrieval and processing.
Peer-to-Peer Networks
- In smaller setups, a computer can act as both a client and a server amidst a peer-to-peer network.
- Advantages of peer-to-peer networking include easy setup, simplicity, and lower costs, making it accessible for small businesses and home users.
- Disadvantages involve the lack of centralized administration, reduced security, limited scalability, and potential for slower performance due to shared resources.
Network Types
- Small Home Networks connect a few computers to each other and the Internet, facilitating basic online activities.
- Small Office/Home Office networks enable remote offices to connect to corporate systems, enhancing productivity and collaboration.
- Medium to Large Networks involve many locations with hundreds or thousands of interconnected computers, supporting larger organizations’ needs.
- World Wide Networks like the Internet connect hundreds of millions of computers globally, providing vast resources and communication channels.
Network Components
- Computers on a network are referred to as hosts or end devices, essential for communication and data sharing.
- Servers are specialized computers that provide information and services to end devices; examples include email servers, web servers, and file servers.
- Clients are computers that initiate requests to servers for information, such as web pages or emails.
- Client and server software typically operate on separate machines, optimizing data retrieval and processing.
Peer-to-Peer Networks
- In smaller setups, a computer can act as both a client and a server amidst a peer-to-peer network.
- Advantages of peer-to-peer networking include easy setup, simplicity, and lower costs, making it accessible for small businesses and home users.
- Disadvantages involve the lack of centralized administration, reduced security, limited scalability, and potential for slower performance due to shared resources.
Network Types
- Small Home Networks connect a few computers to each other and the Internet, facilitating basic online activities.
- Small Office/Home Office networks enable remote offices to connect to corporate systems, enhancing productivity and collaboration.
- Medium to Large Networks involve many locations with hundreds or thousands of interconnected computers, supporting larger organizations’ needs.
- World Wide Networks like the Internet connect hundreds of millions of computers globally, providing vast resources and communication channels.
Network Components
- Computers on a network are referred to as hosts or end devices, essential for communication and data sharing.
- Servers are specialized computers that provide information and services to end devices; examples include email servers, web servers, and file servers.
- Clients are computers that initiate requests to servers for information, such as web pages or emails.
- Client and server software typically operate on separate machines, optimizing data retrieval and processing.
Peer-to-Peer Networks
- In smaller setups, a computer can act as both a client and a server amidst a peer-to-peer network.
- Advantages of peer-to-peer networking include easy setup, simplicity, and lower costs, making it accessible for small businesses and home users.
- Disadvantages involve the lack of centralized administration, reduced security, limited scalability, and potential for slower performance due to shared resources.
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Explore the evolution of networking from small home setups to expansive corporate environments. This quiz delves into the impact of the Internet on our daily lives and considers what the future may hold for network technology. Test your knowledge on different types of networks and their functionalities.
