2.2.4 Check Your Understanding – Network Components
Test your knowledge of network components by answering the following questions. Correct answers are highlighted in green and explanations are provided below.
Question 1 – End Devices for Remote Internet Access
Marjani lives on a farm several kilometers outside of Msolwa, Tanzania. Which of the following end devices is she most likely to use to connect to the internet? (Choose two.)
- wireless router
- telepresence endpoint
- wireless tablet ✅
- smartphone ✅
- network printer
Explanation:
In remote areas, portable devices like wireless tablets and smartphones are most practical for internet access. They connect via cellular networks or Wi-Fi and allow mobility, which is crucial on a farm where wired connections are less feasible.
Question 2 – Intermediary Devices for Home Internet
Eilert recently got a job with a computer support services company in Falun, Sweden. A customer has asked for someone to connect their home network to the internet. They only have a cable modem. Which intermediary device would Eilert most likely take?
- multilayer switch
- firewall appliance
- desktop computer
- LAN switch
- wireless router ✅
Explanation:
A wireless router connects a home network to the internet via a cable modem, allowing multiple devices to access the network both wired and wirelessly. This is the standard solution for small home networks.
Question 3 – End Device and Media for Field Work
Rosalía works as a community health worker in Rio Claro, Brazil. She requires internet access to maintain patient records and video conferencing. What end device and media type does she most likely use? (Choose two.)
- tablet ✅
- desktop computer
- wireless media ✅
- router
- LAN media
- WAN media
Explanation:
For mobile field work, a tablet provides portability and access to patient records. Using wireless media such as cellular or Wi-Fi enables internet connectivity while on the move, making it ideal for community health visits.
