Wireless Access Points and Modems Quiz
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What device acts as the point of entry from a wireless device to a wired network?

  • DSL modem
  • Modem
  • Router
  • Wireless access point (correct)
  • What is the primary function of a modem?

  • To connect a computer to a telephone line
  • To provide security for a cable/DSL connection
  • To convert analog signals to digital and vice versa (correct)
  • To create a wireless network
  • Which type of modem is designed for a continuous connection?

  • Cable modem (correct)
  • Analog modem
  • DSL modem
  • Dial-up modem
  • What is the purpose of a router in a cable/DSL connection?

    <p>To act as a hardware firewall (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a PCMCIA wireless network card used for?

    <p>To add wireless functionality to a machine (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a private branch exchange (PBX) system?

    <p>To extend the public telephone network into a business (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of a concentrator in a network?

    <p>To manage and consolidate traffic from multiple sources (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a key security concern with wireless devices?

    <p>Radio waves or infrared allowing access to data by anyone within range (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of a network hub?

    <p>To connect devices using the same protocol at the physical layer (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a Media Access Control (MAC) address?

    <p>To uniquely identify a network interface card (NIC) (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key disadvantage of using a network hub?

    <p>Increased network traffic can become limited by collisions (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary benefit of using a concentrator in a network?

    <p>Managing and consolidating traffic from multiple sources (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a network traffic management device used to connect different network segments?

    <p>Router (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of device forms the basis for connections in most Ethernet-based LANs?

    <p>Switch (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a Layer 2 device but can also incorporate routing functionality?

    <p>Layer 3 switch (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of a cable modem?

    <p>Enabling Internet access over a cable TV network (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a device used to provide wireless connectivity in a network?

    <p>Access point (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of a DSL modem?

    <p>Enabling Internet access over a telephone line (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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