Cloud Computing MCQs with Answers
Practice important Cloud Computing MCQs with answers and explanations.
Chapter: 6
Q141:
Which type of LAN uses a token that must be retained by the sender to transmit data?
A. Ethernet
B. Token Ring
C. Wireless LAN
D. Local Talk
Correct Answer:
B
Chapter: 6
Q142:
A Wide Area Network (WAN) typically ______.
A. covers a small area
B. spans a large geographical area
C. is owned by a single organization
D. connects only one LAN
Correct Answer:
B
Chapter: 6
Q143:
WANs are usually created and run by ______.
A. individual users
B. communication companies
C. service providers
D. local authorities
Correct Answer:
B
Chapter: 6
Q144:
The diameter of a Metropolitan Area Network (MAN) can range from ______.
A. 1 to 5 km
B. 5 to 50 km
C. 50 to 100 km
D. 100 to 500 km
Correct Answer:
B
Chapter: 6
Q145:
Which of the following is an example of a connection type in a WAN?
A. Point to Point
B. Token Ring
C. Bus
D. Star
Correct Answer:
A
Chapter: 6
Q146:
A LAN typically includes devices connected through ______ media.
A. wired only
B. wireless only
C. both wired and wireless
D. satellite connections
Correct Answer:
C
Chapter: 6
Q147:
A WAN is a switched network where a ______ connects two links together.
A. router
B. switch
C. hub
D. modem
Correct Answer:
B
Chapter: 6
Q148:
In a Circuit-Switched Network, a dedicated physical connection is established for ______.
A. each data packet
B. every communication session
C. multiple devices
D. network redundancy
Correct Answer:
B
Chapter: 6
Q149:
Which type of network is used extensively by telephone companies?
A. Packet-Switched Network
B. Circuit-Switched Network
C. Frame Relay Network
D. Virtual Private Network
Correct Answer:
B
Chapter: 6
Q150:
A Packet-Switched Network shares a link among ______.
A. one device
B. multiple network devices
C. only routers
D. dedicated circuits
Correct Answer:
B
Chapter: 6
Q151:
Statistical multiplexing is used in ______ networks.
A. Circuit-Switched
B. Packet-Switched
C. Hybrid
D. LAN
Correct Answer:
B
Chapter: 6
Q152:
A Circuit-Switched Network is underutilized when ______.
A. all circuits are utilized simultaneously
B. not all circuits are utilized
C. only voice calls are made
D. connections are weak
Correct Answer:
B
Chapter: 6
Q153:
The main disadvantage of a Circuit-Switched Network is that it can lead to ______.
A. network congestion
B. higher speeds
C. constant connection
D. increased security
Correct Answer:
A
Chapter: 6
Q154:
Packet-Switched Networks are typically more ______ than Circuit-Switched Networks.
A. efficient
B. expensive
C. secure
D. complex
Correct Answer:
A
Chapter: 6
Q155:
Which of the following best describes a Packet-Switched Network?
A. A network with dedicated links
B. A network that uses statistical multiplexing
C. A network limited to voice traffic
D. A network for video streaming
Correct Answer:
B
Chapter: 6
Q156:
A switch in a WAN is responsible for ______.
A. establishing dedicated connections
B. forwarding data between networks
C. managing user access
D. connecting users to the internet
Correct Answer:
B
Chapter: 6
Q157:
The Internet is best described as a network of ______.
A. local area networks
B. interconnected networks
C. dedicated servers
D. wireless devices
Correct Answer:
B
Chapter: 6
Q158:
Backbones are large networks owned by ______.
A. individual users
B. communication companies
C. government agencies
D. non-profit organizations
Correct Answer:
B
Chapter: 6
Q159:
Provider networks connect to backbones through ______.
A. customer networks
B. peering points
C. satellite connections
D. wireless links
Correct Answer:
B
Chapter: 6
Q160:
Internet Service Providers (ISPs) include ______ and provider networks.
A. routers
B. backbones
C. customer networks
D. modems
Correct Answer:
B