In the accompanying figure, each of the components connected by wires is called a ____.
A) client
B) node
C) workstation
D) server

Question

In the accompanying figure, each of the components connected by wires is called a ____.
A) client 
B) node 
C) workstation 
D) server

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The term "node" is commonly used to refer to any device connected to a network, including individual computers, servers, routers, and other devices. Clients, workstations, and servers are types of nodes, but not all nodes are necessarily one of these specific devices. Therefore, "node" is the most accurate and inclusive term to describe the components in the figure.

In the Accompanying Figure, Each of the Components Connected by Wires