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This document contains a practice exam on computer networking concepts with multiple choice, short answer, diagram, and practical application questions. Section A includes multiple choice questions about networking devices, IP addresses, LANs, wireless technologies, and firewall functions. Section B covers short answer questions defining networks, comparing LANs and WANs, router purposes, and wireless network advantages and disadvantages. Section C involves diagramming typical network components and wired vs wireless setups. Section D applies the concepts with an outline for setting up a school computer lab network and discussing network security measures.

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This document contains a practice exam on computer networking concepts with multiple choice, short answer, diagram, and practical application questions. Section A includes multiple choice questions about networking devices, IP addresses, LANs, wireless technologies, and firewall functions. Section B covers short answer questions defining networks, comparing LANs and WANs, router purposes, and wireless network advantages and disadvantages. Section C involves diagramming typical network components and wired vs wireless setups. Section D applies the concepts with an outline for setting up a school computer lab network and discussing network security measures.

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Section A: Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following is a device used to connect computers in a network? a)


Router b) Keyboard c) Printer d) Scanner
2. What is the purpose of an IP address in a network? a) To identify a specific
website b) To identify a specific computer or device on a network c) To determine
the network speed d) To establish an internet connection
3. What is a LAN? a) Local Area Network b) Long Access Network c) Large Area
Network d) Local Access Network
4. Which of the following is a wireless communication technology commonly used
for connecting devices to a network? a) Bluetooth b) Ethernet c) USB d) HDMI
5. What is the function of a firewall in a network? a) To protect against unauthorized
access and control network traffic b) To connect different networks together c) To
provide wireless connectivity d) To convert digital signals to analog signals

Section B: Short Answer Questions

1. Define the term "network" in the context of ICT.


2. Explain the difference between a LAN and a WAN.
3. What is the purpose of a router in a network?
4. Describe two advantages and two disadvantages of using a wireless network.

Section C: Diagram-based Questions

1. Draw a labeled diagram illustrating the basic components of a typical computer


network.
2. Draw a diagram to show the difference between a wired and a wireless network.

Section D: Practical Application

1. You have been assigned to set up a computer network in your school computer
lab. Outline the steps you would take to complete this task, including the
necessary equipment and configurations.
2. Discuss the importance of network security and provide three measures that can
be taken to enhance network security.
Section A: Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following is a common network protocol used for accessing


websites? a) HTTP b) SMTP c) FTP d) DNS
2. What does the acronym "LAN" stand for? a) Local Access Network b) Long Area
Network c) Local Area Network d) Large Access Network
3. Which network device is used to connect multiple computers in a star topology
network? a) Router b) Hub c) Switch d) Modem
4. What is the purpose of a MAC address in a network? a) To identify a specific
website b) To identify a specific computer or device on a network c) To establish
an internet connection d) To convert digital signals to analog signals
5. Which network technology provides the highest speed and bandwidth? a) Dial-
up connection b) DSL connection c) Fiber-optic connection d) Wi-Fi connection

Section B: Short Answer Questions

1. Define the term "protocol" in the context of computer networks.


2. Explain the difference between a hub and a switch in a network.
3. What is the purpose of an IP address in a network?
4. Describe two advantages and two disadvantages of using a wired network.

Section C: Diagram-based Questions

1. Draw a labeled diagram illustrating the components of a client-server network


architecture.
2. Draw a diagram to depict the process of data transmission in a network.

Section D: Practical Application

1. You have been assigned to set up a wireless network in your home. Outline the
steps you would take to complete this task, including the necessary equipment
and configurations.
2. Discuss the importance of data backup in a networked environment and provide
three methods for backing up data.

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