Types of Networks Quiz - CBSE Class 8 ICT

Free practice quiz: Types of Networks (CBSE Class 8 ICT). 20 multiple-choice questions with answers and explanations. Play online, no sign-up needed.

This CBSE Class 8 ICT practice quiz has 20 multiple-choice questions on Types of Networks, and 20 of them come with an explanation. Try the 5 sample questions below (tap an option to check yourself), then play the full quiz online. No sign-up needed.

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1. What is a Local Area Network (LAN)?

   1. A network that connects computers within a small area
   2. A network that covers a whole city
   3. A network that spans across countries
   4. A network that is not connected
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   Answer: A. A network that connects computers within a small area

   A Local Area Network (LAN) connects computers within a small geographic area, like an office or home, allowing resource sharing.

2. Which type of network is known for connecting personal devices within a range of a few meters?

   1. Wide Area Network (WAN)
   2. Personal Area Network (PAN)
   3. Metropolitan Area Network (MAN)
   4. Virtual Private Network (VPN)
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   Answer: B. Personal Area Network (PAN)

   A Personal Area Network (PAN) connects devices within a small range, usually a few meters, and is typically used for connecting personal devices like phones, tablets, and wireless earphones.

3. What is the primary function of a Storage Area Network (SAN)?

   1. To backup power supply
   2. To provide dedicated network space for data storage
   3. To enable email communication
   4. To improve video streaming quality
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   Answer: B. To provide dedicated network space for data storage

   A Storage Area Network (SAN) is a specialized, high-speed network that provides block-level data storage, improving data access and management.

4. Which of the following best describes a Software-Defined Network (SDN)?

   1. A network controlled by software applications
   2. A hardware-only network
   3. A type of peer-to-peer network
   4. A network solely for cloud computing
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   Answer: A. A network controlled by software applications

   Software-Defined Networking (SDN) uses software applications to control network resources, enhancing management and scalability.

5. Why is a Mesh Network ideal for connecting smart devices in a home?

   1. It uses less data
   2. It provides multiple paths for data, enhancing reliability
   3. It doesn’t require a router
   4. It automatically backs up data
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   Answer: B. It provides multiple paths for data, enhancing reliability

   A Mesh Network connects devices with multiple paths for data transfer, increasing reliability and coverage, ideal for smart homes with interconnected devices.

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Answers and explanations are in the full quiz.

1. What is a Wide Area Network (WAN)?
2. What is unique about a Metropolitan Area Network (MAN)?
3. Which of the following is a characteristic of a Campus Area Network (CAN)?
4. What is the main advantage of using a Virtual Private Network (VPN)?
5. How does a Virtual LAN (VLAN) improve a network?
6. What distinguishes a Client-Server Network from a Peer-to-Peer Network?
7. Which network type is specifically designed for massive data centers and rapid data retrieval?
8. Why are Hybrid Networks important in modern networking?
9. What is a defining feature of a Global Area Network (GAN)?
10. How does Network Function Virtualization (NFV) benefit networks?
11. What challenge does Network Congestion aim to solve in large-scale networks?
12. What problem does Network Autonomy address in complex networks?
13. What differentiates a FOG network in IoT architecture?
14. Why is Quantum Networking considered a future technology?
15. In what way do Cognitive Networks advance network management?

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