Question

You have a small network connected to the Internet as shown in the Exhibit. Which of the following statements is true?

1) The router is connected to the modem.
2) The switch is connected to the router.
3) The computer is connected to the modem.
4) The modem is connected to the switch.

Answer 1

In a standard network, the router is connected to the modem, which provides internet access, and the switch is connected to the router, allowing multiple devices to communicate.

Step-by-step explanation:

Assuming we are referring to a typical home or small office network setup when we discuss the terms modem, router, switch, and computer, we can address the given statements. In a standard network configuration:

• The router is connected to the modem. This allows the router to receive internet data from the modem and route it to the devices on the network.
• The switch is connected to the router. A switch can be used to connect multiple devices and facilitate communication between them under the management of the router.
• The computer is typically not directly connected to the modem unless it's in a very simple setup without a router. Instead, it connects either to the router or the switch.
• The modem is not directly connected to the switch. The modem's purpose is to modulate and demodulate signals for internet access and it connects to the router, which then may connect to a switch.

Therefore, the statements that are true are:

1. The router is connected to the modem.
2. The switch is connected to the router.