Practice Software Components (3.2) - Networks - ICSE 8 Computer Applications

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Question 1.
What does NOS stand for?
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It's the specialized OS for managing network functions.
Question 2.
Name one example of a protocol used in networking.
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Think about what helps in transferring data.
3Question 3.
What is the main function of a Network Operating System?
- Managing personal files
- Serving webpages
- Managing network resources
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Think about resource sharing in networks.
4Question 4.
True or False: TCP/IP is a single protocol.
- True
- False
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Remember the 'Transmission Control' and 'Internet' parts.
Question 5.
How do different configurations of NOS affect network performance?
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Think about factors such as the number of users and types of data being transferred.
Question 6.
Explain how protocols might differ between local area networks (LAN) and wide area networks (WAN).
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Consider the scale and complexity of each type of network.

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