Networks & Internet Technologies is one of 9 topics in the Grade 10 Computer Applications Technology CAPS syllabus, covered across 3 lessons on Study Vault. Below are real practice questions from this topic with full worked answers.
Sample practice questions
Easy
1. What is a network?
A group of two or more computers or devices connected together to communicate and share resources
A single stand-alone computer with no internet connection
A type of word processing document
A physical printer cable only
Answer: A group of two or more computers or devices connected together to communicate and share resources — A network is a group of two or more computers, or other computing devices, connected together so they can communicate and share resources.
Easy
2. Which type of network connects devices within a small, limited geographic area, such as a single office or building?
A Local Area Network (LAN)
The entire global internet
An Internet Service Provider
A web browser
Answer: A Local Area Network (LAN) — A Local Area Network (LAN) connects computers and devices within a small, limited geographic area, such as a classroom, office or building.
Medium
3. Give the term for a small local area network set up within a single home.
Answer: a Home Area Network (HAN) — A Home Area Network (HAN) is essentially a small LAN set up within a single home.