Basic Computer Networks (LAN, WAN, MAN) MCQs

By: Prof. Dr. Fazal Rehman | Last updated: September 28, 2024

What does LAN stand for? A) Local Area Network B) Large Area Network C) Long Area Network D) Linear Area Network Answer: A Which of the following describes a WAN? A) A network that covers a small geographic area B) A network that connects computers across cities or countries C) A network used for personal devices D) A network limited to a single building Answer: B What is the main characteristic of a MAN? A) It connects devices within a single room B) It spans a city or a large campus C) It is exclusively wireless D) It has limited bandwidth Answer: B Which of the following is an example of a LAN? A) A network connecting multiple offices in different countries B) A network connecting computers in a single home or building C) A network that spans an entire city D) A satellite communication system Answer: B Which type of network typically has the highest data transfer speeds? A) LAN B) MAN C) WAN D) PAN Answer: A What is the primary purpose of a WAN? A) To connect devices in a small area B) To provide high-speed internet access C) To connect multiple LANs over large distances D) To allow communication within a single building Answer: C Which technology is commonly used in LANs for connectivity? A) Fiber optics B) Satellite links C) Dial-up modems D) Ethernet cables Answer: D What is a common example of a MAN? A) The network used by a university campus B) A personal area network C) A home network D) The internet Answer: A Which of the following statements is true regarding LANs? A) They are always wireless. B) They are limited to a single geographical area. C) They connect devices across large distances. D) They have higher latency compared to WANs. Answer: B What type of devices are typically found in a LAN? A) Routers and switches B) Satellites and modems C) Fiber optic cables D) Microwave towers Answer: A Which of the following best describes the internet? A) A LAN B) A WAN C) A MAN D) A PAN Answer: B Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of WANs? A) High latency B) Limited geographical coverage C) High bandwidth D) Use of leased telecommunication lines Answer: B What kind of network would you typically find in a single building? A) WAN B) MAN C) LAN D) PAN Answer: C Which type of network is typically used in corporate settings to connect multiple offices? A) PAN B) LAN C) MAN D) WAN Answer: D Which device is essential for connecting different LANs in a WAN? A) Hub B) Switch C) Router D) Bridge Answer: C What type of network allows devices to communicate over short distances, such as within a room? A) WAN B) MAN C) LAN D) PAN Answer: D Which of the following would be the most suitable for a city-wide network? A) LAN B) WAN C) MAN D) PAN Answer: C What is one disadvantage of WANs compared to LANs? A) They have lower bandwidth. B) They are more expensive to set up and maintain. C) They are easier to configure. D) They provide faster data transfer speeds. Answer: B In which of the following scenarios would you use a MAN? A) Connecting devices in a home B) Connecting multiple buildings within a campus C) Connecting devices over a global network D) Connecting devices within a single room Answer: B Which of the following best defines a PAN? A) A network that connects multiple buildings in a city B) A network for personal devices within a short range C) A global network connecting LANs D) A network that spans across countries Answer: B What is a key feature of a LAN? A) It has a larger geographical coverage than WAN. B) It can be established without wired connections. C) It allows for high-speed data transfer. D) It connects devices using satellite technology. Answer: C Which type of network is ideal for connecting homes in a neighborhood? A) PAN B) WAN C) MAN D) LAN Answer: C What technology is often used in WANs to connect distant locations? A) Ethernet B) Fiber optics C) Dial-up D) DSL Answer: B Which of the following is a common protocol used in LANs? A) TCP/IP B) HTTP C) FTP D) Ethernet Answer: D What is one advantage of a LAN over a WAN? A) Higher cost B) Lower latency C) Greater geographical range D) More complex setup Answer: B Which of the following statements about MANs is true? A) They are less reliable than WANs. B) They are designed for short-range communication. C) They are suitable for connecting multiple LANs within a city. D) They cannot support high-speed data transfer. Answer: C What type of network uses radio frequency to connect devices over short distances? A) LAN B) MAN C) WAN D) PAN Answer: D Which of the following is a primary function of routers in a WAN? A) To connect devices within a LAN B) To manage network traffic C) To provide wireless connectivity D) To transmit data over fiber optics Answer: B What is the typical range of a PAN? A) Up to 10 meters B) Up to 100 meters C) Up to 1 kilometer D) Up to 10 kilometers Answer: A Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a LAN? A) High speed B) Limited geographical area C) High cost of implementation D) Low latency Answer: C What kind of network would typically be used for online gaming? A) WAN B) MAN C) LAN D) PAN Answer: C Which technology is commonly used for wireless LANs? A) Ethernet B) Bluetooth C) Wi-Fi D) Fiber optics Answer: C What type of network connects multiple geographical locations? A) LAN B) MAN C) WAN D) PAN Answer: C Which of the following is a major challenge for WANs? A) Limited speed B) High latency C) Complexity of setup D) All of the above Answer: D What type of network is best suited for a school district connecting multiple schools? A) WAN B) MAN C) LAN D) PAN Answer: B What is one benefit of using fiber optic cables in WANs? A) They are less expensive than copper cables. B) They provide higher bandwidth and longer distances. C) They are easier to install than wireless solutions. D) They are immune to electromagnetic interference. Answer: B Which type of network is most commonly used in homes? A) PAN B) LAN C) WAN D) MAN Answer: B What type of network technology connects remote offices? A) LAN B) MAN C) WAN D) PAN Answer: C Which of the following is NOT typically a characteristic of a MAN? A) High speed B) Moderate latency C) Large geographical coverage D) High cost Answer: C What protocol is commonly used to connect LANs over the internet? A) FTP B) HTTP C) TCP/IP D) Ethernet Answer: C Which type of network is often used for smart home devices? A) LAN B) MAN C) WAN D) PAN Answer: D Which type of network allows for direct connection between devices without an intermediary? A) LAN B) WAN C) MAN D) PAN Answer: A What is the primary purpose of a network switch? A) To connect different LANs B) To connect devices within a LAN C) To route data over WANs D) To provide wireless access Answer: B Which of the following networks would be most suitable for a global organization? A) LAN B) WAN C) MAN D) PAN Answer: B What kind of network connects devices using infrared technology? A) LAN B) WAN C) MAN D) PAN Answer: D Which type of network is typically slower than a LAN? A) PAN B) WAN C) MAN D) Both B and C Answer: D What device is essential for connecting multiple devices in a LAN? A) Router B) Switch C) Modem D) Hub Answer: B What technology can be used to extend the range of a LAN wirelessly? A) Hub B) Switch C) Access Point D) Bridge Answer: C Which type of network is often used in academic institutions to connect multiple departments? A) WAN B) MAN C) LAN D) PAN Answer: B  

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