Basic Computer Networks (LAN, WAN, MAN) MCQs

By: Prof. Dr. Fazal Rehman Shamil | 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

 

Related Posts: