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Comptia Network Fundamentals

Subjects : certifications, comptia-network-+, it-skills

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Answer 50 questions in 15 minutes.
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1. Backing Up
The centralized management of multiple types of network-based communications - such as voice - video - fax - and messaging services.
A complex WAN that connects LANs and clients around the globe.
Bridge
The process of copying critical data files to a secure storage area. Often - _____ are performed according to a formulaic schedule.

2. DSL is not available to every location; the end location must be within a fixed distance of telephone ____ equipment.
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.
DSL (Digital Subscriber Line)
The part of a network to which segments and significant shared devices (such as routers - switches - and servers) connect. Sometimes referred to as 'a network of networks' because of its role in interconnecting smaller parts of a LAN or WAN.
Switching

3. 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
Twisted pair
Telephone
Satellite

4. Mobile phones with digital ____ plans use cellular calls to connect to the Internet.
10GBaseT
A computer that manages Web site services - such as supplying a Web page to multiple users on demand.
A computer on the network that requests resources or services from another computer on a network. In some cases - a ______ could also act as a server. The term ______ may also refer to the user of a ______ workstation or a ______ software application
Data

5. MAN
Twisted pair
Download
Metropolitan Area Network
Channels

6. ____ networking uses a digital mobile phone for Internet access.
NIC (network interface card)
Cellular
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
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. Client
The functions of a file server that allow users to share data files - applications - and storage areas.
A computer on the network that requests resources or services from another computer on a network. In some cases - a ______ could also act as a server. The term ______ may also refer to the user of a ______ workstation or a ______ software application
Router
Peer-To-Peer Network.

8. Convergence
The use of data networks to carry voice (or telephone) - video - and other communications services in addition to data.
Access Server
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.
A computer that manages Web site services - such as supplying a Web page to multiple users on demand.

9. Sneakernet
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 way of exchanging data between computers that are not connected on a network.
Satellite dish
1000BaseSX

10. Web Server
A computer that manages Web site services - such as supplying a Web page to multiple users on demand.
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.
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
Computing Technology Industry Association

11. Some satellite Internet access solutions are limited to ____ only. Another solution - such as dialup - is required to provide upload capabilities.
Download
Splitters
A computer on the network that requests resources or services from another computer on a network. In some cases - a ______ could also act as a server. The term ______ may also refer to the user of a ______ workstation or a ______ software application
Bridge

12. LAN
The devices - data - and data storage space provided by a computer - whether stand-alone or shared.
The functions of a file server that allow users to share data files - applications - and storage areas.
A computer that uses applications and data only from its local disks and that is not connected to a network.
Local Area Network

13. Management Services
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.
Data
The network services that centrally administer and simplify complicated management tasks on the network.
Cellular

14. The networking ____ provides the path for signals to pass between two devices.
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
The process of evaluating security measures currently in place on a network and notifying the network administrator if a security breach occurs.
Half-duplex
Medium

15. Connectivity Device
Access Server
Metropolitan Area Network
Hub
One of several types of specialized devices that allows two or more networks or multiple parts of one network to connect and exchange data.

16. ____ provides broadband digital data transmission over existing telephone lines.
The means through which data are transmitted and received.
DSL (Digital Subscriber Line)
A complex WAN that connects LANs and clients around the globe.
Router

17. Local Area Network (LAN)
A person who uses a computer.
A professional certification established by Microsoft that demonstrates in-depth knowledge about Microsoft products.
A network of computers and other devices that is confined to a relatively small space - such as one building or even one office.
Satellite dish

18. Certification
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.
IP address
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 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.

19. Satellite networking provides nearly ____% global coverage.
100
The process of retrieving files from a backup.
The physical layout of computers on a network.
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.

20. What are the 2 forms of 'Transmission Media'?
A part of a network. Usually - a ______ is composed of a group of nodes that share the same communications channel for all their traffic.
1. Physical (such as a wire or cable) 2. Wireless (such as radio waves)
A number that uniquely identifies each workstation and device on a network. Without unique ' ? ' - computers on the network could not reliably communicate.
A person who uses a computer.

21. Switches use the ____ address to send frames to the destination device.
A computer that uses applications and data only from its local disks and that is not connected to a network.
Cable
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
MAC

22. Remote Access Server
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.
Bridge
A number that uniquely identifies each workstation and device on a network. Without unique ' ? ' - computers on the network could not reliably communicate.
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.

23. Client / Server Network
Switch
Ad hoc
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.
A computer that uses applications and data only from its local disks and that is not connected to a network.

24. (public switched telephone network) Dialup connections use the ____.
Hub
PSTN
Copper
100

25. Packet
Moving
A discrete unit of information sent from one node on a network to another.
PSTN
Download

26. Mail Server
Weather
A discrete unit of information sent from one node on a network to another.
Fiber optic
A server that manages the storage and transfer of e-mail messages.

27. Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)

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28. Data transfer rates include 28.8 Kbps - 33.3 Kbps - and ____ Kbps.
Access Server
The means through which data are transmitted and received.
The data transmission and processing activity taking place on a computer network at any given time.
56

29. Satellite networking is subject to mild atmospheric and ____ conditions (fog or slight wind can disrupt service).
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.
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.
Access Server
Weather

30. Print Services
10 10
Cisco Certified Network Associate
Access Server
The network service that allows printers to be shared by several users on a network.

31. NIC
Phone number
Infrastructure
10
Network Interface Card

32. Stand-Alone Computer
'Network of Networks'
A computer that uses applications and data only from its local disks and that is not connected to a network.
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.
Phone number

33. Workstation
Telephone
The main circuit board that controls a computer.
A computer that runs a desktop operating system and connects to a network.
The means through which data are transmitted and received.

34. Resources
Telephone
A person working on a computer on a different network or in a different geographical location from the LAN's server.
The functions of a file server that allow users to share data files - applications - and storage areas.
The devices - data - and data storage space provided by a computer - whether stand-alone or shared.

35. An access point with an integrated ____ allows wireless clients to communicate with hosts on different networks (such as the Internet).
Wide Area Network
The network services that centrally administer and simplify complicated management tasks on the network.
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.
Router

36. License Tracking
Moving
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.
It was coined before the widespread use of networks - when data was copied from a computer to a removable storage device such as a floppy disk - carried (presumably by someone wearing sneakers) to another computer - then copied from the storage devic
Ad hoc

37. Wireless networks use ____ with the air being the transmission medium.
Unsolicited - unwanted e-mail.
Radio waves
Half-duplex
Data

38. CompTIA
xDSL
A person who uses a computer.
Computing Technology Industry Association
A person working on a computer on a different network or in a different geographical location from the LAN's server.

39. Topology
The physical layout of computers on a network.
Twisted pair
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
Computing Technology Industry Association

40. A ____ converts binary data to an analog signal.
A complex WAN that connects LANs and clients around the globe.
Modem (modulator/de-modulator)
Copper
Hub

41. Software Distribution
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
A specialized server that enables clients to share applications and data across the network.
The process of automatically transferring a data file or installing a software application from the server to a client on the network.
Unsolicited - unwanted e-mail.

42. Ethernet uses network interface cards - hubs - ____ - and ____ to connect devices.
Switches routers
It was coined before the widespread use of networks - when data was copied from a computer to a removable storage device such as a floppy disk - carried (presumably by someone wearing sneakers) to another computer - then copied from the storage devic
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.
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

43. Motherboard
The main circuit board that controls a computer.
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.
Infrastructure
A network that spans a long distance and connects two or more LANs.

44. Node
Satellite dish
PSTN
A computer or other device connected to a network - which has a unique address and is capable of sending or receiving data.
DSL (Digital Subscriber Line)

45. A ____ network adapter sends radio waves.
Channels
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.
Delay time
Wireless

46. Restoring
Twisted pair
The devices - data - and data storage space provided by a computer - whether stand-alone or shared.
The process of retrieving files from a backup.
A part of a network. Usually - a ______ is composed of a group of nodes that share the same communications channel for all their traffic.

47. Remote User

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48. WAN
The professional certification established by CompTIA that verifies broad - vendor-independent networking technology skills - such as an understanding of protocols - topologies - networking hardware - and network troubleshooting.
The main circuit board that controls a computer.
Wide Area Network
Satellite dish

49. Internet
Wireless
A computer that enables resource sharing by other computers on the same network.
A complex WAN that connects LANs and clients around the globe.
Line of sight

50. Data transfer rates are between ____ Mbps (older Ethernet networks) to up to ____ Gbps. 100 and 1000 Mbps are the most common.
Medium
Networking TV
10 10
The means through which data are transmitted and received.