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Wired and Wireless networks

Quiz by GCSE AQA Computer Science

GCSE (AQA)
Computer Science
English National Curriculum

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12 questions
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  • Q1
    What is the definition of a wireless network?
    A network that uses cables to connect the hardware to each device
    A network that allows devices to communicate with it over wireless signals
    A group of computers that are connected to the internet
    A network that has no wires
    45s
    3.5.3
  • Q2
    What types of wiring is needed for high speed internet?
    Fibre Optic
    None, wireless is needed
    Gold plated
    Copper wires
    45s
    3.5.3
  • Q3
    Which of these is not a security risk of using a wireless network
    Your credit card information can always be copied
    It is easier for people to hack wireless hotspots
    It is easier to hackers to access the main network via the wireless network
    There is less encryption on a public wifi systems
    45s
    3.5.3
  • Q4
    What of these does not not cause the network to slow down its data transfer speed significantly?
    Physical walls and objects between the device and the wireless transmitter
    A higher number of people connected to it at any one time
    People downloading music or movies over the wireless network
    People using the network to view social networking sites
    45s
    3.5.3
  • Q5
    Which of these was the first used in wired connections?
    Fibre optic wires
    Gold wires
    Copper wires
    Ethernet
    45s
    3.5.3
  • Q6
    What can users do to ensure their information is safe when using a public wireless network?
    Ensure their phone or device is password protected
    Using their web bowers instead of apps if using their phone or laptops
    Only logging onto public wifi spots that are password protected
    Avoid sending any sensitive information over the network, such as bank details
    45s
    3.5.3
  • Q7
    What of these is not a benefit of using a wired network over a wireless network?
    The bandwidth is not affected by physical objects
    It is more secure for all devices connected
    The bandwidth is more reliable and faster
    It is more convenient for visitors to use their own devices
    45s
    3.5.3
  • Q8
    Which of these is not a benefit of using a wireless network over a wired network?
    It is convenient for people to use their own devices
    You do not need additional cabelling for each device
    It is more secure to use a wireless network
    It is cheaper to set up in smaller locations
    45s
    3.5.3
  • Q9
    Why does the bandwidth of a wireless connection slow down if more devices are connected?
    The data packets being sent are too large
    The wifi spot has a maximum number of connected devices allowed
    There may be more data trying to be transmitted than the connection can handle
    Slowing down the connection encourages people to use their own data
    45s
    3.5.3
  • Q10
    Why is a wireless network often cheaper to set up than a wired network?
    Because cables are cheaper than Wireless Access Point hardware
    Because you do not need additional cables for each device
    Because its is cheaper per mb of data
    Because you do not need any wires
    45s
    3.5.3
  • Q11
    Why is the need for wireless networks going to continue to grow in the coming years?
    All of these reasons
    Because cloud based networks are growing in popularity
    Because so much technology now replies on the internet
    Because peoples way of workings often now reply on the internet
    45s
    3.5.3
  • Q12
    Which of these cables is essential for internet connection?
    Fibre
    Gold
    Copper
    Ethernet (any material)
    45s
    3.5.3

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