CAT Grade 10 - Module 2.1
Introducing Networks QUESTIONS
WITH COREECT ANSWERS 2024-
2025
Two man reasons for setting up a network
To share resources such as hardware, software and information.
For fast and efficient communication.
Give three reasons why downloading a file from the internet to your smartphone can
be regarded as network activity
First, you are downloading from the internet to your smartphone.
Second, the internet is a global network.
Third, your smartphone is connected wirelessly to the modem.
Instant messaging is an example of how a network can be used for commucating.
Give two other digital communication methods
email or SMS
Two expenses associated with networks, besides the cost of the hardware
It is often necessary to hire a network administrator to manage the network properly.
You also need to have an anti-virus software.
How can a network make it easier to make backups and help to avoid having
unnecessary duplicate files?
Networks allow people to share files without having to carry flash drives or portable
hard drives from computer to computer.
Why are server computers more expensive than ordinary computers?
The server computer needs to be a powerful computer and this will be more
expensive than an ordinary computer
How can problems with networks be prevented or minimised?
People need to learn to protect their privacy and information when going online, and
how to communicate safely.
Strong security measures must be put in place.
Install anti-virus software and scan your files regularly.
Always backup your data regularly
Why can the network administrator not be held responsible for someone's network
account being logged into?
People must be responsible for the security and safety of their own networks.
They must always have their own passwords that only they know.
Introducing Networks QUESTIONS
WITH COREECT ANSWERS 2024-
2025
Two man reasons for setting up a network
To share resources such as hardware, software and information.
For fast and efficient communication.
Give three reasons why downloading a file from the internet to your smartphone can
be regarded as network activity
First, you are downloading from the internet to your smartphone.
Second, the internet is a global network.
Third, your smartphone is connected wirelessly to the modem.
Instant messaging is an example of how a network can be used for commucating.
Give two other digital communication methods
email or SMS
Two expenses associated with networks, besides the cost of the hardware
It is often necessary to hire a network administrator to manage the network properly.
You also need to have an anti-virus software.
How can a network make it easier to make backups and help to avoid having
unnecessary duplicate files?
Networks allow people to share files without having to carry flash drives or portable
hard drives from computer to computer.
Why are server computers more expensive than ordinary computers?
The server computer needs to be a powerful computer and this will be more
expensive than an ordinary computer
How can problems with networks be prevented or minimised?
People need to learn to protect their privacy and information when going online, and
how to communicate safely.
Strong security measures must be put in place.
Install anti-virus software and scan your files regularly.
Always backup your data regularly
Why can the network administrator not be held responsible for someone's network
account being logged into?
People must be responsible for the security and safety of their own networks.
They must always have their own passwords that only they know.
