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Comptia Network Fundamentals

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1. Wide Area Network (WAN)
A network that spans a long distance and connects two or more LANs.
Network adapter
The centralized management of multiple types of network-based communications - such as voice - video - fax - and messaging services.
10 10

2. In an ____ network - two computers communicate directly with each other through their wireless network adapters.
A network that uses centrally administered computers - known as servers - to enable resources sharing for and to facilitate communication between the other computers on the network.
Dialup
Ad hoc
A network that is larger than a LAN - typically connecting clients and servers from multiple buildings - but within a limited geographic area. For example - a ______ could connect multiple city government buildings around a city's center.

3. File Services
The network services that manage the storage and transfer of e-mail between users on a network. In addition to sending - receiving - and storing mail - ______ can include filtering - routing - notification - scheduling - and data exchange with other
The means through which data are transmitted and received.
The functions of a file server that allow users to share data files - applications - and storage areas.
The process of retrieving files from a backup.

4. Motherboard
The process of centrally administering a finite number of network addresses for an entire LAN. Usually this task can be accomplished without touching the client workstations.
The process of evaluating security measures currently in place on a network and notifying the network administrator if a security breach occurs.
10GBaseT
The main circuit board that controls a computer.

5. 100BaseFX operates at 100 Mbps over ____ cables.
The physical layout of computers on a network.
Network adapter
Satellite
Fiber optic

6. Dialup connections cannot be used for both ____ (phone calls) and ____ at the same time.
POTS (plain old telephone service)
Router
Voice data
The process of collecting and storing data on the number and types of software and hardware assets in an organization's network. The data collection is automated by electronically examining each network client from a server

7. Server
A discrete unit of information sent from one node on a network to another.
A computer on the network that manages shared resources. ______ usually have more processing power - memory - and hard disk space than clients. They run network operating software that can manage not only data - but also users - groups - security - a
Infrastructure
The functions of a file server that allow users to share data files - applications - and storage areas.

8. ____ operates at 1000 Mbps (1 Gbps) over fiber optic cables.
Switch
Moving
1000BaseSX
Channels

9. Stand-Alone Computer
A computer that uses applications and data only from its local disks and that is not connected to a network.
The process of retrieving files from a backup.
A specialized server that enables clients to share applications and data across the network.
Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert - An elite certification that recognizes expert-level installation - configuration - management - and troubleshooting skills on networks that use a range of Cisco Systems' devices.

10. 10BaseT operates at ____ Mbps over twisted pair cables.
A person who uses a computer.
The functions of a file server that allow users to share data files - applications - and storage areas.
10
The network services that manage the storage and transfer of e-mail between users on a network. In addition to sending - receiving - and storing mail - ______ can include filtering - routing - notification - scheduling - and data exchange with other

11. CCNA
Medium
Satellite
Cisco Certified Network Associate
Cable

12. Switches can operate in ____ mode where a device uses a different channel for sending and receiving - and where the transmission paths are dedicated to only the communicating devices.
Full duplex
If original files are lost or deleted.
A computer on the network that manages shared resources. ______ usually have more processing power - memory - and hard disk space than clients. They run network operating software that can manage not only data - but also users - groups - security - a
Computing Technology Industry Association

13. Remote User

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14. What's another name for Remote Access Server?
Cellular
10GBaseT
Access Server
A group of computers and other devices (such as printers) that are connected by and can exchange data via some type of transmission media - such as a cable - a wire - or the atmosphere.

15. Ethernet standards identify the transmission speed and the cable type. The letter T identifies ____ cables; the letters F - S - L - and E are used for fiber optic.
Twisted pair
1000BaseSX
Router
A standard method or format for communication between network devices. For example - some ______ ensure that data are transferred in sequence and without error from one node on the network to another. Other ______ ensure that data belonging to a Web

16. Regardless of the physical method used to create the network and to send signals between devices - all devices will also implement ____ to communicate on the Internet and is implemented on top of - or in addition to - the standards that define how th
TCP/IP
The physical layout of computers on a network.
The process of collecting and storing data on the number and types of software and hardware assets in an organization's network. The data collection is automated by electronically examining each network client from a server
A computer on the network that manages shared resources. ______ usually have more processing power - memory - and hard disk space than clients. They run network operating software that can manage not only data - but also users - groups - security - a

17. Topology
The physical layout of computers on a network.
A person who uses a computer.
The functions of a file server that allow users to share data files - applications - and storage areas.
Peer-To-Peer Network.

18. What's another name for Network Interface Card (NIC)?
A professional certification established by Microsoft that demonstrates in-depth knowledge about Microsoft products.
Unsolicited - unwanted e-mail.
Network adapter
Splitters

19. Asset Management

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20. Transmission Media
The property of a network that allows you to add nodes or increase its size easily.
Download
The means through which data are transmitted and received.
10 10

21. ____ is the standard that describes how modems work to send digital data over the analog phone lines.
Switch
V.35
A specialized server that enables clients to share applications and data across the network.
An association of computer resellers - manufacturers - and training companies that sets industry-wide standards for computer professionals. ______ established and sponsors the A+ and Network+ (Net+) certifications.

22. ____ cables use light pulses.
The process of determining the number of copies of a single application that are currently in use on the network and whether the number in use exceeds the authorized number of licenses.
Data
Fiber optic
Transmitter

23. Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)

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24. Dialup connections are available anywhere a dialup ____ line exists.
Telephone
The network services that manage the storage and transfer of e-mail between users on a network. In addition to sending - receiving - and storing mail - ______ can include filtering - routing - notification - scheduling - and data exchange with other
The software that runs on a server and enables the server to manage data - users - groups - security - applications - and other networking functions.
Medium

25. The same cable line is used to carry ____ and cable ____ signals - although in some cases a separate line is installed for Internet access.
IP address
The process of determining how much data transfer activity is taking place on a network or network segment and notifying administrators when a segment becomes overloaded.
Networking TV
The process of mastering material pertaining to a particular hardware system - operating system - programming language - or other software program - then proving your mastery by passing a series of exams.

26. Unified Communications
The centralized management of multiple types of network-based communications - such as voice - video - fax - and messaging services.
Access Server
Network adapter
A standard method or format for communication between network devices. For example - some ______ ensure that data are transferred in sequence and without error from one node on the network to another. Other ______ ensure that data belonging to a Web

27. A ____ connects two segments within the same subnet that use different media types. For example - use a bridge to connect wireless clients to wired clients on the same network.
The process of determining the number of copies of a single application that are currently in use on the network and whether the number in use exceeds the authorized number of licenses.
A group of computers and other devices (such as printers) that are connected by and can exchange data via some type of transmission media - such as a cable - a wire - or the atmosphere.
Bridge
Network adapter

28. Security Auditing
A network that spans a long distance and connects two or more LANs.
The process of evaluating security measures currently in place on a network and notifying the network administrator if a security breach occurs.
Switch
Channels

29. ____ operates at 10 Gbps over twisted pair cables.
10GBaseT
Splitters
A network design in which client computers use a centrally administered server to share data - data storage space - and devices.
Hub

30. File Server
The process of distributing data transfer activity evenly so that no single device is overwhelmed.
The process of centrally administering a finite number of network addresses for an entire LAN. Usually this task can be accomplished without touching the client workstations.
Telephone
A specialized server that enables clients to share applications and data across the network.

31. Resources
IEEE
The devices - data - and data storage space provided by a computer - whether stand-alone or shared.
A part of a network. Usually - a ______ is composed of a group of nodes that share the same communications channel for all their traffic.
A person who uses a computer.

32. ____ networking uses radio signals sent and received from a satellite. Satellite networking:
Satellite
A professional certification established by Microsoft that demonstrates in-depth knowledge about Microsoft products.
Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert - An elite certification that recognizes expert-level installation - configuration - management - and troubleshooting skills on networks that use a range of Cisco Systems' devices.
The process of determining the number of copies of a single application that are currently in use on the network and whether the number in use exceeds the authorized number of licenses.

33. There are many DSL standards (such as ADSL - SDSL - and HDSL) - collectively referred to as ____.
A discrete unit of information sent from one node on a network to another.
The process of mastering material pertaining to a particular hardware system - operating system - programming language - or other software program - then proving your mastery by passing a series of exams.
xDSL
A standard method or format for communication between network devices. For example - some ______ ensure that data are transferred in sequence and without error from one node on the network to another. Other ______ ensure that data belonging to a Web

34. Packet
The scheme for assigning a unique identifying number to every workstation and device on the network. The type of addressing used on a network depends on its protocols and network operating system.
DSL (Digital Subscriber Line)
A discrete unit of information sent from one node on a network to another.
A network design in which client computers use a centrally administered server to share data - data storage space - and devices.

35. A ____ creates the signals that are sent along the networking medium.
Satellite
Data
Network adapter
The process of determining the number of copies of a single application that are currently in use on the network and whether the number in use exceeds the authorized number of licenses.

36. Hubs operate in ____ mode because the path between devices is shared - meaning that devices can only send when no other devices are sending data.
Half-duplex
Transmitter
A complex WAN that connects LANs and clients around the globe.
A network of computers and other devices that is confined to a relatively small space - such as one building or even one office.

37. Data transfer rates include 28.8 Kbps - 33.3 Kbps - and ____ Kbps.
If original files are lost or deleted.
56
The network service that allows printers to be shared by several users on a network.
A standard method or format for communication between network devices. For example - some ______ ensure that data are transferred in sequence and without error from one node on the network to another. Other ______ ensure that data belonging to a Web

38. Address Management
The process of centrally administering a finite number of network addresses for an entire LAN. Usually this task can be accomplished without touching the client workstations.
Half-duplex
A network that spans a long distance and connects two or more LANs.
The process of evaluating security measures currently in place on a network and notifying the network administrator if a security breach occurs.

39. NIC
IP address
Medium
Network Interface Card
Full duplex

40. NOS
A person working on a computer on a different network or in a different geographical location from the LAN's server.
Network Operating System
A computer that manages Web site services - such as supplying a Web page to multiple users on demand.
Router

41. You can install a ____ in a notebook computer to provide cellular access.
Download
Data
Cellular adapter
The process of determining the number of copies of a single application that are currently in use on the network and whether the number in use exceeds the authorized number of licenses.

42. ____ cables use electrical signals.
A network that is larger than a LAN - typically connecting clients and servers from multiple buildings - but within a limited geographic area. For example - a ______ could connect multiple city government buildings around a city's center.
Ad hoc
Copper
Router

43. Give 8 Examples of Management Services
1. License tracking 2. Security Auditing 3. Asset Management 4. Address Management 5. Software Distribution 6. Traffic Monitoring 7. Load Balancing 8. Hardware Diagnosis
Splitters
1. UNIX 2. Linux 3. Microsoft Winders Server 2008 R2
IEEE

44. Some satellite Internet access solutions are limited to ____ only. Another solution - such as dialup - is required to provide upload capabilities.
Line of sight
The services that enable a network to communicate with the Internet - including Web servers and browsers - file transfer capabilities - Internet addressing schemes - security filters - and a means for directly logging on to other computers.
Dialup
Download

45. Mail Server
Switching
Cell phone
A server that manages the storage and transfer of e-mail messages.
The process of retrieving files from a backup.

46. The term ___ typically describes an adapter that uses a cable medium (such as copper or fiber optic cables).
A specialized server that enables clients to share applications and data across the network.
IEEE
Splitters
NIC (network interface card)

47. Local Area Network (LAN)
Telephone
A network of computers and other devices that is confined to a relatively small space - such as one building or even one office.
The process of evaluating security measures currently in place on a network and notifying the network administrator if a security breach occurs.
A computer that runs a desktop operating system and connects to a network.

48. Peer-To-Peer Network
Network adapter
Wide Area Network
A network in which every computer can communicate directly with every other computer. By default - no computer on a ______ has more authority than another. However - each computer can be configured to share only some of its resources and keep other r
Telephone

49. Mobile phones with digital ____ plans use cellular calls to connect to the Internet.
Data
Copper fiber optic
The property of a network that allows you to add nodes or increase its size easily.
The devices - data - and data storage space provided by a computer - whether stand-alone or shared.

50. A ____ connects two network segments that have a different subnet address.
A discrete unit of information sent from one node on a network to another.
Router
1. License tracking 2. Security Auditing 3. Asset Management 4. Address Management 5. Software Distribution 6. Traffic Monitoring 7. Load Balancing 8. Hardware Diagnosis
TCP/IP

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