Networks & Topologies (OCR GCSE Computer Science): Quizzes
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What is a network?
What is a network?
A connection between computers
Which geographic area does a LAN typically cover?
Which geographic area does a LAN typically cover?
A single building or campus
Who typically owns the communication infrastructure in a WAN?
Who typically owns the communication infrastructure in a WAN?
Third parties like telecom companies
What network advantage allows multiple users to access one printer?
What network advantage allows multiple users to access one printer?
Peripheral sharing
What does bandwidth measure in a network?
What does bandwidth measure in a network?
Amount of data transferred in given time
How does increasing the number of devices affect network performance?
How does increasing the number of devices affect network performance?
Potentially slows it down
Which is generally faster and more secure?
Which is generally faster and more secure?
Wired networks
What is a disadvantage of client-server networks?
What is a disadvantage of client-server networks?
If server fails, clients lose access
What is an advantage of peer-to-peer networks?
What is an advantage of peer-to-peer networks?
Easy and cheap to set up
What does each NIC have that is unique?
What does each NIC have that is unique?
A MAC address
What do switches do to improve network efficiency?
What do switches do to improve network efficiency?
Send data only to intended recipient
Which transmission medium uses light to transmit data?
Which transmission medium uses light to transmit data?
Fibre optic cable