15 Questions
What is the purpose of communications software?
To transfer data, instructions, and information between computers or devices
What does digital communications describe?
A process in which two or more computers or devices transfer data, instructions, and information
What is the primary function of sending and receiving devices in communications?
To transfer data, instructions, and information between computers or devices
What do LANs, MANs, WANs, and PANs differentiate among?
Different geographical area sizes of networks
What is the purpose of network communications standards and protocols?
To facilitate the transfer of data between networks
Which type of network allows for communication within a limited geographical area, such as a single building or campus?
LAN
What type of network architecture involves a central server that provides resources and services to multiple clients?
Client/server network
Which of the following is NOT a commonly used physical transmission medium for networking?
Bluetooth technology
What is the purpose of communications software in the context of networking?
To manage the flow of data between devices on a network
Which type of communications system involves the transfer of data, instructions, and information between two or more computers or devices?
Digital communications
What is the primary function of network communications standards and protocols?
To facilitate the transfer of data, instructions, and information
Which type of network architecture involves a central server that provides resources and services to multiple clients?
Local Area Network (LAN)
What does digital communications describe?
The transfer of data, instructions, and information between computers or devices
What is the purpose of communications software in the context of networking?
To enable the exchange of messages
Which of the following is NOT a commonly used physical transmission medium for networking?
Bluetooth technology
This quiz covers the purpose of communication components, types of networks, network architectures, communications software, and network standards and protocols.
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