19 Questions
What is the main difference between a wired network and a wireless network?
The presence of physical cables to connect devices
Which network topology connects all networked devices to a central device/server?
Star network
What happens if the central device fails in a star network?
The entire network becomes non-operational
Which type of network uses a central cable to which all network devices connect?
Bus network
What is the main characteristic of a mesh network?
Multiple connections among the devices on the network
In a client-server network, what is the role of the server?
It processes client requests
What do Personal Area Networks (PANs) connect?
An individual’s personal devices
What is the main method of data transmission in a wireless network?
Using radio waves
Which type of network architecture involves computers or other devices requesting and utilizing network resources?
'Client-server' networks
What is the coverage area of Personal Area Networks (PANs)?
It is limited to an individual’s personal devices
What is a computer network?
A collection of electronic devices connected together for sharing hardware, software, and data
What is the largest computer network in the world?
The Internet
What technology is used by satellite phones for communication?
Satellite technology
What do GPS receivers determine?
The exact geographic location of the receiver
Who commonly uses GPS receivers on the job?
Surveyors, farmers, and fishermen
What is telemedicine?
Use of networking technology to provide medical information and services
What does telemedicine involve?
Remote monitoring and consultations
What is robot-assisted surgery?
Surgery performed by a remote-controlled robot at a different location than the patient
What will be needed for long-term space exploration according to the text?
Telemedicine technology for space travelers' healthcare needs
Test your knowledge of computer networks, networking applications, terminology, data transmission characteristics, and types of transmission media. This quiz is based on content from the 15th edition of 'Understanding Computers Today and Tomorrow' by Deborah Morley and Charles S. Parker.
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