🧠 Worksheet: Networks & the Effects of Using Them
A. True or False
(Write True or False in the space provided)
1. IPv4 uses a 128-bit address. ( )
2. A MAC address changes every time a device connects to a new network. ( )
3. A router can connect different types of networks together. ( )
4. A switch is an unintelligent device that sends data to all connected devices. ( )
5. Bluetooth is used for short-distance data transfer between devices. ( )
6. An intranet is accessible to anyone with an internet connection. ( )
7. A WLAN connects devices wirelessly within a small area. ( )
8. IPv6 provides more possible unique addresses than IPv4. ( )
9. A hub stores MAC addresses to send data only to the correct device. ( )
10. An extranet allows access to selected users outside the organisation. ( )
B. Multiple Choice Questions
(Circle the correct answer)
1. What does a MAC address uniquely identify?
a) The device’s IP configuration
b) The network interface card (NIC)
c) The wireless router
d) The internet connection
2. Which network covers the largest geographical area?
a) LAN
b) WLAN
c) WAN
d) Intranet
3. Which device stores MAC addresses to send data efficiently?
a) Hub
b) Switch
c) Router
d) Bridge
4. Which of the following allows wireless connection over short distances?
a) Ethernet
b) Wi-Fi
c) Bluetooth
d) 4G
5. What is the main function of a router?
a) Connects one LAN to another using the same protocol
b) Routes data packets between networks
c) Stores data permanently
d) Converts binary data into sound
C. Fill in the Blanks
deviceon a network.
1. An IP address is a unique number assigned to a _______
2. _______ is a 32-bit address, while _______ is a 128-bit address.
3. A _______ is needed to allow a device to connect to a network.
4. _______ networks cover a small area, while _______ networks cover a large area.
5. The _______ is a global network that allows access to the World Wide Web.
6. An _______ is a private network used within an organisation.
7. A _______ connects one LAN to another LAN using the same protocol.
8. _______ is used when data speed is crucial, while _______ is used for low-bandwidth
applications.
D. Short Answer Questions
(Answer briefly – 1 to 2 lines)
1. What is the main difference between IPv4 and IPv6?
2. Why does a MAC address never change?
3. What are two uses of routers?
4. Give one similarity and one difference between Wi-Fi and Bluetooth.
5. What is the main purpose of an intranet?
E. Open-ended / Long Answer Questions
(Answer in complete sentences. Use at least 4 lines each.)
1. Explain the difference between a hub, switch, and router in terms of how they handle
data.
2. Describe the relationship between the Internet and the World Wide Web.
3. Discuss the benefits and risks of using a WLAN in a school or business.
F. Comparison Questions
(Write 1–2 lines for each point)
Feature IP MAC
Location inside routers inside the pc
Types IPv4 - IPv6 None
Ability to Can change Doesn't change
change
Acronym Internet Media access
Protocol control
