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Comptia Network Fundamentals

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

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1. 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
'Network of Networks'
Network Operating System
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

2. Dialup connections cannot be used for both ____ (phone calls) and ____ at the same time.
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
Voice data
The main circuit board that controls a computer.
Network Interface Card

3. 10BaseT operates at ____ Mbps over twisted pair cables.
The process of distributing data transfer activity evenly so that no single device is overwhelmed.
1. UNIX 2. Linux 3. Microsoft Winders Server 2008 R2
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.
10

4. (public switched telephone network) Dialup connections use the ____.
1. UNIX 2. Linux 3. Microsoft Winders Server 2008 R2
DSL (Digital Subscriber Line)
PSTN
MAC

5. A ____ provides a central connection for multiple media segments on the same subnet.
1. UNIX 2. Linux 3. Microsoft Winders Server 2008 R2
Switch
Transmitter
Access Server

6. What's another name for Network Interface Card (NIC)?
Network adapter
Line of sight
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.
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

7. NIC
A professional certification established by Microsoft that demonstrates in-depth knowledge about Microsoft products.
Cable
Network adapter
Network Interface Card

8. Host
A computer that enables resource sharing by other computers on the same network.
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.
One of several types of specialized devices that allows two or more networks or multiple parts of one network to connect and exchange data.

9. A cable ____ (router) connects the computer to the cable network for sending networking signals.
Modem
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.
Ethernet
The devices - data - and data storage space provided by a computer - whether stand-alone or shared.

10. Mail Services
Local Area Network
Ethernet
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
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.

11. Client / Server Network
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.
Wide Area Network
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.
A specialized server that enables clients to share applications and data across the network.

12. Internet
A complex WAN that connects LANs and clients around the globe.
Dialup
Voice data
A network design in which client computers use a centrally administered server to share data - data storage space - and devices.

13. 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.
Satellite
1000BaseSX
Twisted pair
Download

14. File Services
The property of a network that allows you to add nodes or increase its size easily.
The functions of a file server that allow users to share data files - applications - and storage areas.
Cisco Certified Network Associate
NIC (network interface card)

15. Node
Network Interface Card
A computer or other device connected to a network - which has a unique address and is capable of sending or receiving data.
V.35
A professional certification established by Microsoft that demonstrates in-depth knowledge about Microsoft products.

16. DSL is not available to every location; the end location must be within a fixed distance of telephone ____ equipment.
Switching
One of several types of specialized devices that allows two or more networks or multiple parts of one network to connect and exchange data.
Network Operating System
Metropolitan Area Network

17. Spam
Unsolicited - unwanted e-mail.
A computer that runs a desktop operating system and connects to a network.
A network of computers and other devices that is confined to a relatively small space - such as one building or even one office.
IEEE

18. 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
A professional certification that attests to one's skills in installing configuring - maintaining - and troubleshooting medium-sized networks that use Cisco Systems' switches and routers.
Dialup
Satellite dish

19. The ____ repeats a signal received on one port out all other ports.
Hub
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.
Router
Delay time

20. Packet
A discrete unit of information sent from one node on a network to another.
A specialized server that enables clients to share applications and data across the network.
The skills such as customer relations - oral and written communications - dependability - teamwork - and leadership abilities - which are not easily measured - but are nevertheless important in a networking career.
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.

21. Switches use the ____ address to send frames to the destination device.
MAC
DSL (Digital Subscriber Line)
Splitters
A network of computers and other devices that is confined to a relatively small space - such as one building or even one office.

22. ____ provides broadband digital data transmission over existing telephone lines.
Channels
DSL (Digital Subscriber Line)
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
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.

23. 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
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
TCP/IP
A way of exchanging data between computers that are not connected on a network.
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.

24. License Tracking
Modem
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.
Fiber optic
Medium

25. Resources
Download
The network service that allows printers to be shared by several users on a network.
The devices - data - and data storage space provided by a computer - whether stand-alone or shared.
Splitters

26. Security Auditing
Telephone
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
Modem (modulator/de-modulator)
The process of evaluating security measures currently in place on a network and notifying the network administrator if a security breach occurs.

27. A ____ converts binary data to an analog signal.
Channels
56
Modem (modulator/de-modulator)
Network Interface Card

28. Internet Services
A discrete unit of information sent from one node on a network to another.
The main circuit board that controls a computer.
One of several types of specialized devices that allows two or more networks or multiple parts of one network to connect and exchange data.
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.

29. The ____ receives a signal on one port - and forwards that signal only to the port where the destination device is connected.
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
Switch
Copper fiber optic
The devices - data - and data storage space provided by a computer - whether stand-alone or shared.

30. Restoring
Switching
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 retrieving files from a backup.
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

31. Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP)
The functions of a file server that allow users to share data files - applications - and storage areas.
A professional certification established by Microsoft that demonstrates in-depth knowledge about Microsoft products.
Fiber optic
The process of copying critical data files to a secure storage area. Often - _____ are performed according to a formulaic schedule.

32. Dialup connections are available anywhere a dialup ____ line exists.
Telephone
A person who uses a computer.
Unsolicited - unwanted e-mail.
A discrete unit of information sent from one node on a network to another.

33. A ____ connection uses a modem connected to the phone line to communicate with another host through a wide area connection.
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
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
Hub
Dialup

34. You can install a ____ in a notebook computer to provide cellular access.
Cellular adapter
Fiber optic
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.
A number that uniquely identifies each workstation and device on a network. Without unique ' ? ' - computers on the network could not reliably communicate.

35. Protocol
The functions of a file server that allow users to share data files - applications - and storage areas.
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.
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
1. UNIX 2. Linux 3. Microsoft Winders Server 2008 R2

36. Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)

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37. Satellite networking requires direct ____ (dish placement is crucial).
PSTN
Line of sight
Cellular adapter
Network adapter

38. Data transfer rates are between ____ Mbps (older Ethernet networks) to up to ____ Gbps. 100 and 1000 Mbps are the most common.
A network of computers and other devices that is confined to a relatively small space - such as one building or even one office.
Router
10 10
Half-duplex

39. Remote User

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40. Client / Server Architecture
Access Server
NIC (network interface card)
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.
A network design in which client computers use a centrally administered server to share data - data storage space - and devices.

41. CCIE

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42. Cellular networking is a truly mobile solution; you can often be ____ and still have Internet access without manually having to reconnect.
Moving
Local Area Network
The data transmission and processing activity taking place on a computer network at any given time.
Hub

43. Wireless networks use ____ with the air being the transmission medium.
V.35
Radio waves
Bridge
Router

44. Mobile phones with digital ____ plans use cellular calls to connect to the Internet.
A specialized server that enables clients to share applications and data across the network.
Modem
Data
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.

45. Transmission Media
Delay time
The process of automatically transferring a data file or installing a software application from the server to a client on the network.
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.

46. ____ networking uses a cable TV connection to create a wide area connection to the Internet.
Router
Weather
Cable
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.

47. In an ____ network - a central device called a wireless access point controls communication between devices.
Infrastructure
Network adapter
A computer that manages Web site services - such as supplying a Web page to multiple users on demand.
Network adapter

48. ____ cables use electrical signals.
Network Operating System
DSL (Digital Subscriber Line)
Copper
A computer that uses applications and data only from its local disks and that is not connected to a network.

49. Network Operating System (NOS)
The software that runs on a server and enables the server to manage data - users - groups - security - applications - and other networking functions.
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.
Cellular adapter
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.

50. Load Balancing
A complex WAN that connects LANs and clients around the globe.
Router
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 distributing data transfer activity evenly so that no single device is overwhelmed.