Question

which statement describes a network? select four options.

a network always has a client.
a network can have computers, printers, and other devices.
a network can have two computers.
a network always has a server.
every computer in the network has a nic.

Explanation:

Analyze the question requirements

The question asks to select four statements that describe a network. There are five options provided. This means we must evaluate each statement to find the four correct ones.

Evaluate the first statement

"A network always has a client."
In peer-to-peer (P2P) networks, devices communicate directly without a dedicated client-server relationship. However, in a broader sense, any device requesting resources acts as a client. Let's compare this with other statements to see if it is generally accepted as a basic characteristic.

Evaluate the second and third statements

"A network can have computers, printers, and other devices."
This is true. Networks connect various hardware components, which is a core part of Computer Hardware Components.

"A network can have two computers."
This is true. The simplest network (a PAN or direct LAN connection) can consist of just two connected computers.

Evaluate the fourth and fifth statements

"A network always has a server."
This is false. Peer-to-peer networks do not require a central server to function.

"Every computer in the network has a NIC."
This is true. A Network Interface Card (NIC) is a vital hardware component required for any computer to connect to a network.

Re-evaluating the options for "Select four"

Since "A network always has a server" is definitely false (due to P2P architectures), the remaining four options must be the correct selections:

1. A network always has a client (in the context of nodes accessing shared resources).
2. A network can have computers, printers, and other devices.
3. A network can have two computers.
4. Every computer in the network has a NIC.

Answer:

• (A) A network always has a client. (Correct answer)
• (B) A network can have computers, printers, and other devices. (Correct answer)
• (C) A network can have two computers. (Correct answer)
• (D) A network always has a server.
• (E) Every computer in the network has a NIC. (Correct answer)