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Computer Networks - MCQ’s

1. What is the primary purpose of a computer network?


a. To increase the size of computers
b. To connect computers for communication and resource sharing
c. To protect computers from viruses
d. To store data on a single computer

2. What do we call a unique address assigned to each device in a network?


a. Node
b. Protocol
c. IP Address
d. Router

3. Which of the following is NOT a type of computer network based on size?


a. Personal Area Network (PAN)
b. Local Area Network (LAN)
c. Global Area Network (GAN)
d. Wide Area Network (WAN)

4. A Local Area Network (LAN) is typically used in which of the following locations?
a. A city
b. A country
c. A single building or home
d. A personal workspace of an individual

5. What does PAN stand for?


a. Public Area Network
b. Personal Area Network
c. Private Area Network
d. Peripheral Area Network

6. Which type of network connects multiple LANs over a larger geographic area?
a. PAN
b. LAN
c. MAN
d. WAN

7. What is a modem primarily used for in a network?


a. To connect devices wirelessly
b. To convert digital signals to analog signals and vice versa
c. To increase the network speed
d. To store data
8. What is the primary function of a router?
a. To connect devices to the internet
b. To connect a printer to the network
c. To convert signals
d. To increase the lifespan of a network

9. In a star topology, what happens if the central hub fails?


a. All devices can still communicate
b. Only the hub needs to be replaced
c. All devices lose connectivity
d. The network becomes faster

10. Which topology connects all nodes in a circular fashion?


a. Bus Topology
b. Star Topology
c. Ring Topology
d. Mesh Topology

11. What is a key advantage of mesh topology?


a. It requires fewer cables than other topologies
b. It is easy to install and manage
c. It is robust and reliable, even if one link fails
d. It is the cheapest topology to set up

12. Which device is used to connect two separate LAN networks?


a. Hub
b. Switch
c. Bridge
d. Modem

13. What does a firewall do in a network?


a. It connects multiple devices
b. It protects the network from unauthorized access
c. It increases the speed of data transmission
d. It stores data for backup purposes

14. In which type of network would you likely find Bluetooth connections?
a. LAN
b. WAN
c. PAN
d. MAN

15. What type of cable is commonly used in wired networks?


a. Coaxial cable
b. Fiber optic cable
c. Category 5 cable
d. All of the above

16. In a bus topology, what is the main communication medium?


a. A central hub
b. A single backbone cable
c. Each individual device
d. Wireless signals

17. Which network type is best for connecting offices in different cities?
a. PAN
b. LAN
c. MAN
d. WAN

18. Which device regenerates signals to extend their distance in a network?


a. Hub
b. Switch
c. Repeater
d. Router

19. What is a characteristic of a Wide Area Network (WAN)?


a. It covers a small geographic area
b. It is limited to one building
c. It connects multiple LANs over a large area
d. It is only wireless

20. What is the role of a Network Interface Card (NIC)?


a. To connect multiple networks together
b. To connect a computer to the network
c. To manage network traffic
d. To protect against malware

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