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Computer Networks MCQs with Answers

Practice important Computer Networks MCQs with answers and explanations.

Multiple Choice Questions

Q101: Data is sent over the network in units called ________.
  • A: Files
  • B: Packets
  • C: Clusters
  • D: Bytes
View Answer
B

Q102: The speed of data transmission is measured in _______.
  • A: Hertz
  • B: Bytes
  • C: Kilobytes
  • D: Bits per second
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D

Q103: In communication terminology, the medium used to carry signals is called _______.
  • A: Protocol
  • B: Device
  • C: Transmission medium
  • D: Control panel
View Answer
C

Q104: Which of the following is an example of simplex communication?
  • A: Telephone call
  • B: Walkie-talkie
  • C: Keyboard to computer
  • D: Video conference
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C

Q105: In which type of communication do sender and receiver transmit data simultaneously?
  • A: Simplex
  • B: Half Duplex
  • C: Full Duplex
  • D: Serial
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C

Q106: Data communication systems must be _______ and cost-effective.
  • A: Secure
  • B: Fast
  • C: Wireless
  • D: Encrypted
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A

Q107: ________ is the device that receives the message in a communication system.
  • A: Receiver
  • B: Modem
  • C: Protocol
  • D: Router
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A

Q108: Transmission of data in one direction at a time is called _______.
  • A: Full duplex
  • B: Simplex
  • C: Half duplex
  • D: Unidirectional
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C

Q109: Optical fiber is an example of a _______ transmission medium.
  • A: Guided
  • B: Unguided
  • C: Digital
  • D: Analog
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A

Q110: Which of the following is NOT a function of protocols in data communication?
  • A: Error detection
  • B: Addressing
  • C: Formatting documents
  • D: Data compression
View Answer
C

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