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Y10 - 1.3 LAN vs WAN

Quiz by Teran Subasinghe

GCSE (OCR)
Computer Science
English National Curriculum

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  • Q1
    What is a key characteristic that differentiates a LAN from a WAN?
    A WAN is always owned by a single organization.
    A LAN can connect multiple cities.
    A LAN is typically limited to a small geographic area like a building.
    A WAN has a higher data transfer rate than a LAN.
    30s
    1.3.1a
  • Q2
    Which type of network would typically connect different branches of a corporation across various cities?
    A WAN connects different branches across cities.
    A PAN connects different branches in a city.
    A LAN is used to connect cities.
    A LAN is ideal for long-distance connections.
    30s
    1.3.1a
  • Q3
    Which type of network is typically used within a home or a single office building?
    A LAN is used within a home or single office building.
    A WAN is used within a home or single office building.
    A SAN is for home or office networks.
    A MAN is for single buildings.
    30s
    1.3.1a
  • Q4
    What is a primary use case for a WAN, distinguishing it from a LAN?
    A PAN is used for connecting large networks.
    A WAN is used to connect networks over large geographical areas.
    A LAN handles international data transfer.
    A WAN is limited to a small office space.
    30s
    1.3.1a
  • Q5
    What is the main advantage of using a LAN over a WAN?
    A LAN typically offers higher data transfer speeds.
    A LAN has greater coverage than a WAN.
    A LAN is costlier to set up than a WAN.
    A LAN is used for long-distance communication.
    30s
    1.3.1a
  • Q6
    Which statement accurately describes a characteristic of a WAN?
    A WAN connects networks over large geographic distances.
    A WAN is primarily used for connecting personal devices.
    A WAN provides faster speeds for short-distance communication.
    A WAN is limited to a single building.
    30s
    1.3.1a
  • Q7
    Which network type is most suitable for connecting computers within a university campus?
    A WAN is suitable for a university campus.
    A PAN is used for university campuses.
    A MAN is used for home networks.
    A LAN is suitable for a university campus.
    30s
    1.3.1a
  • Q8
    Which type of network is more likely to require leased telecommunication lines due to its extensive coverage area?
    A PAN uses leased lines for local connections.
    A DAN requires leased telecommunication lines.
    A WAN often requires leased telecommunication lines.
    A LAN often requires leased telecommunication lines.
    30s
    1.3.1a
  • Q9
    For what type of network is it typical to have devices connected within the same building or small geographic location?
    A WAN is best for connections within a building.
    A BAN connects devices in a vast area.
    A MAN is used inside a single structure.
    A LAN connects devices within the same building.
    30s
    1.3.1a
  • Q10
    Which scenario is most likely to use a WAN instead of a LAN?
    Sending data between rooms in a house.
    Linking computers in a single computer lab.
    Connecting devices in the same meeting room.
    Connecting branch offices across different cities.
    30s
    1.3.1a

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