EOU Assessment: 3.1 Types of Network

1. Fill in the Blanks

Word Bank: Protocols, ISP, Software, Standalone, Switch, Server

a. A computer that works entirely on its own and is not connected to any other computers or the internet is known as a(n)

b. Physical devices are managed by network which includes programs like network operating systems that handle data security, user permissions, and traffic control.

c. To communicate correctly, computers must follow which are the official sets of rules for packaging and sending data.

d. A(n) connects multiple devices together within the same local network, receiving data from one device and forwarding it directly to its specific destination device.

e. A powerful computer on a network that provides various services to other computers is called a(n)

2. Multiple Choice Questions

a. Which of the following best describes a computer network?

A) A single machine running several productivity applications simultaneously.

B) A collection of two or more computers and devices connected together so they can communicate and share information.

C) A storage drive that has been entirely disconnected from the internet to preserve data safety.

D) The physical outer shell that insulates sensitive internal hardware components.

b. What is the maximum geographic range typically associated with a Personal Area Network (PAN)?

A) Usually within 10 meters, centered around a single person.

B) Throughout an entire multi-story school building or local campus.

C) Across a wide metropolitan city or regional district.

D) Spanning across oceans, multiple countries, and global continents.

c. Which of the following is an example of a Local Area Network (LAN)?

A) Connecting a wireless smartwatch to a mobile phone while exercising.

B) The global internet connecting billions of devices around the world.

C) Your school's computer lab where computers are linked together to share data.

D) A national network of automated teller machines (ATMs) used by banks.

d. Why do traditional copper cables require a significantly thicker physical design than modern fibre optic cables?

A) They must carry high-definition multimedia signals like video and audio simultaneously.

B) They need a thick outer casing to insulate and protect electrical signals from electromagnetic interference.

C) They are built from multiple bundled strands of glass that naturally expand over time.

D) They are designed to carry pulses of high-intensity light across massive distances under oceans.

e. What is the approximate speed limit traditionally associated with data transmission through copper cabling?

A) Up to approximately 10 Gbps (Gigabits per second).

B) Up to approximately 300 Mbps (Megabits per second).

C) Up to approximately 10 Mbps (Megabits per second).

D) There is no speed limit on data transmission through copper wires.

f. Which of the following represents a distinct performance advantage of a wireless connection over a wired connection?

A) Complete immunity to signal drops caused by thick physical walls or weather conditions.

B) Inherently superior security, making data transmission completely impossible for hackers to intercept.

C) Greater mobility and flexibility, allowing users to move around freely with their devices.

D) Generally higher data transfer speeds when compared to high-end physical cables.

3. One-Word Answers

a. What is the largest and most famous Wide Area Network (WAN) in the world?

b. What short-range wireless technology is commonly used to connect personal devices like mice, keyboards, or wireless headphones without using wires?

c. What term describes gaining unauthorized access to a network?

d. What type of cable uses pulses of light travelling through tiny strands of glass or plastic to transport data?

4. Match the Following

Drag the correct description letter from the pool on the right into the corresponding term slot on the left.

1. Router

Drop matching letter here

2. Resource Sharing

Drop matching letter here

3. WAN Example

Drop matching letter here

4. PAN Example

Drop matching letter here

Matching Options Bank

A. Real-World Example: Sofia uses her tablet device to video chat with Marcus over the internet on the opposite side of a city.

B. Real-World Example: Marcus connects his laptop directly to the printer inside his bedroom to print a copy of his story.

C. Definition: An external gateway device whose main function is to forward data between your local network and outside networks like the Internet.

D. Definition: A network benefit where multiple people can use the same piece of hardware (like a printer or scanner), saving money.

5. Arrange in Proper Sequence

Order the steps logically by numbering them (1, 2, 3, etc.).

Sequence A: The process of connecting a new smartphone to a secure home wireless network.

Input the correct wireless network security password to authenticate.

Locate and select the correct Wi-Fi network name from the available wireless list on the device screen.

Successfully request the wireless connection and begin browsing the internet freely.

Sequence B: The physical path of a data packet sent from an internal lab computer out to an external website over a wired network.

The data travels from the local gateway out to long-distance communication lines owned by an Internet Service Provider (ISP).

The data package leaves the computer and moves down a local Ethernet cable to an internal switch.

The data is forwarded from the local switch to the router, which acts as the external gateway.

6. True or False

State whether each statement is True or False. If False, provide a one-sentence correction.

a. In a Local Area Network (LAN), all network hardware, such as routers and cables, belongs fully to the individual user or organization.

True False

b. Copper cables transmit data using pulses of light traveling down thin glass strands.

True False

c. Wireless connections are usually more reliable than wired connections because they never suffer from signal drops due to thick walls, distance, or weather.

True False

d. An HDMI (high-definition multimedia interface) cable is an example of a wired connection component that can transfer high-definition video and audio.

True False

e. Unorganized facts and observations are collectively referred to as information.

True False

f. Fibre optic cables are completely immune to electromagnetic interference.

True False

7. Short Recall Lists

a. List any three key advantages of a computer network.

b. List any two types of wireless connections used by modern digital devices to transmit data through the air.

Student Details

1. Fill in the Blanks

2. Multiple Choice Questions

3. One-Word Answers

4. Match the Following

Matching Options Bank

5. Arrange in Proper Sequence

6. True or False

7. Short Recall Lists