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What is one of the main characteristics of a Wide Area Network (WAN)?

It is a type of wireless network
It is limited to a single location
It spans over a large geographical area (correct)
It is used for communication between devices in a single room

What is the primary function of a Print server in a Client/Server network?

To provide access to database information
To store and manage files
To process and deliver in-coming and outgoing e-mail
To manage client-requested printing jobs (correct)

What is a key advantage of Peer-to-Peer networking over Client/Server networking?

It is more secure
It allows for more centralized control
It is more suitable for small networks
It is more scalable (correct)

What is the main difference between a Client/Server network and a Peer-to-Peer network?

The level of centralization (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the benefits of decentralization in P2P networking?

Increased scalability (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of a File server in a Client/Server network?

To store and manage files (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the advantages of a Client/Server network?

It allows for more centralized control (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of an Authentication server in a Client/Server network?

To keep track of network logins and services available (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the benefits of using a P2P network?

It allows for more node symmetry (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the ways in which data is distributed in a P2P network?

Through direct exchange between systems (D) Signup and view all the answers