Understanding Computers Today and Tomorrow Comprehensive Chapter 7 Quiz

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What is the main characteristic of a wired network?

Computers and devices are connected without physical cables

Network devices connect to a central cable

Data is sent via radio waves

Computers and devices are physically connected to the network with cables (correct)

In which type of network do all networked devices connect to a central device or server?

Star network (correct)

Client-Server network

Mesh network

Bus network

What is the main characteristic of a bus network?

All networked devices connect to a central device or server

Uses a central cable to which all network devices connect (correct)

Computers and devices are connected without physical cables

Data is sent via radio waves

What is the main characteristic of a client-server network?

Client requests and utilizes network resources are processed by a dedicated server Signup and view all the answers

What is the main characteristic of a mesh network?

Multiple connections among the devices on the network so that messages can take any of several possible paths Signup and view all the answers

Which type of network connects an individual’s personal devices?

Personal Area Network (PAN) Signup and view all the answers

What is a computer network?

A collection of computers and other hardware devices connected together for sharing and communication Signup and view all the answers

What is the coverage area of a Personal Area Network (PAN)?

Connects an individual’s personal devices Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of Global Positioning System (GPS) receivers?

To determine the exact geographic location of the receiver Signup and view all the answers

What is telemedicine?

Use of networking technology to provide medical information and services Signup and view all the answers

Which is the largest computer network in the world?

The Internet Signup and view all the answers

What are the different types of hardware used with a computer network?

Various types of hardware devices connected together for sharing and communication Signup and view all the answers

What is the range of networks, from small private networks to?

The Internet Signup and view all the answers

What is the common use of satellite phones?

To communicate via satellite technology Signup and view all the answers

What is not an example of networking applications?

Telecommunication towers for long-term space exploration Signup and view all the answers

What are dual-mode phones?

Phones that allow users to make telephone calls using more than one communications network Signup and view all the answers

What do computer networks converge with?

Telephone and other communications networks Signup and view all the answers

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