Networks (AQA A-Level Computer Science): Quizzes
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What is each connected device in a network called?
What is each connected device in a network called?
Node
What determines the maximum speed of data transmission between a device and the network?
What determines the maximum speed of data transmission between a device and the network?
Type of NIC installed
What is the categorization of networks by geographical area and connection configuration called?
What is the categorization of networks by geographical area and connection configuration called?
Network topology
A LAN typically covers which geographical area?
A LAN typically covers which geographical area?
Single building or site
What is a key advantage of star topology?
What is a key advantage of star topology?
Fast speeds due to dedicated cables
What happens if the main cable fails in a bus topology network?
What happens if the main cable fails in a bus topology network?
All clients are affected
How many hexadecimal digit groups does a MAC address contain?
How many hexadecimal digit groups does a MAC address contain?
Six groups of two digits
Which standard does WiFi operate to?
Which standard does WiFi operate to?
IEEE 802.11
What is the purpose of CSMA/CA protocol?
What is the purpose of CSMA/CA protocol?
Enable high-speed transmission w/o interference
How many characters does an SSID contain?
How many characters does an SSID contain?
32 characters