Question 1

What is a characteristic of a network operating system (NOS)?

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It allows multiple users to access shared resources simultaneously.

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It does not support sharing of software or peripherals.

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It only allows one user to access shared resources at a time.

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It cannot be used on a network of computers.

Question 2

What types of resources can be shared on a network operating system?

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All of the above

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Software only

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Peripheral devices only

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Data files only

Question 3

What is the role of client systems in a network operating system?

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To request shared resources from server systems

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To store shared files on a server

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To manage the print queue

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To control access to shared resources

Question 4

Which of the following statements is true about Local Area Network (LAN)?

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LAN is a network that connects devices within a small geographic area, such as a single building or office.

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LAN is a type of wireless network that allows devices to connect without any physical wires.

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LAN is a network that is used exclusively for connecting to the internet.

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LAN is a network that connects devices across a large geographic area, such as multiple cities or countries.

Question 5

Which of the following devices is commonly used to connect devices in a LAN?

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Switch

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Modem

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Hub

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Router

Question 6

What type of devices are commonly found in a Local Area Network (LAN)?

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Printers, servers, and computers

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Routers and firewalls

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Mobile devices and wearables

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Modems and switches

Question 7

What is a Wide Area Network (WAN)?

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A network that connects devices across a large geographic area

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A network that connects devices in a single building

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A network that connects devices in a single room

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A network that covers a small geographic area

Question 8

Which of the following best describes a Campus Area Network (CAN)?

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A LAN in one large geographic area

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A WAN connecting different countries

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A LAN connecting different cities

Question 9

Which of the following statements is true about Metropolitan Area Network (MAN)?

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It is a large network that connects different organizations within a city or region.

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It is a small network that connects devices within a single building.

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It is a network that is limited to communication between devices within a single organization.

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It is a network that is used for communication between two devices located in different countries.

Question 10

What is the primary location for a Home Area Network (HAN)?

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In a residential home

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In a hospital or medical facility

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In a commercial office building

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In a factory or manufacturing facility

Question 11

Which of the following is a characteristic of Personal Area Network (PAN)?

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It covers an area of less than 2 meters

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It is a very large scale network

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It has a large range of coverage

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It is mainly used for internet connectivity

Question 12

Which devices are commonly used in a Personal Area Network (PAN)?

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Cell phones, PDAs, MP3 players

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Routers

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Laptops

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Desktop computers

Question 13

What is a peer-to-peer network?

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A network where all computers have equal status and can communicate directly with each other

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A network where only one computer is connected to the internet

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A network where all computers are connected through a proxy server

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A network where all computers are connected to a central server

Question 14

Which of the following is an advantage of a peer-to-peer network?

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It is easy to set up and maintain

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It offers centralized control and management

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It can handle large amounts of traffic efficiently

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It is more secure than a client-server network

Question 15

What are the common types of networks?

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Local Area Network (LAN) and Wide Area Network (WAN)

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Campus Area Network (CAN) and Metropolitan Area Network (MAN)

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Peer to peer network and client/server network

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Home Area Network (HAN) and Personal Area Network (PAN)

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