Advantage and Disadvantage of Connecting Computers (2 marks)
Describe one advantage and one disadvantage of connecting computers in a network.
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Local Area Networks
Why Network Computers? (2 marks)
Explain why computers are often connected in a network.
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Describing LAN Topologies (6 marks)
Describe the star and bus topologies used in LANs and explain one advantage and one disadvantage of each.
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Selecting an Appropriate Topology (4 marks)
A small business is setting up their first office with 8 computers and wants to ensure that the network is robust but cost-effective. Which topology would be most appropriate for this scenario and why?
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Define a Computer Network (1 mark)
Define what a computer network is.
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Advantages of Computer Networks (2 marks)
Identify two advantages of using computer networks.
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Disadvantages of Computer Networks (2 marks)
Explain two disadvantages of computer networks.
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Star and Mesh Network Topologies. (5 marks)
Describe the star and mesh topologies and evaluate their suitability for a large organisation.
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Routers vs Switches. (2 marks)
What roles do routers and switches play in a network? Provide one role for each device.
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Network Interface Cards. (2 marks)
Describe how a Network Interface Card (NIC) is used in a network.
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