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Comptia Network Fundamentals

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1. Client
The physical layout of computers on a network.
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
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.
V.35

2. Satellite networking uses a ____ with an antenna (dish) directed skywards to a satellite.
A person who uses a computer.
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
Transmitter
'Network of Networks'

3. 100BaseFX operates at 100 Mbps over ____ cables.
Fiber optic
IEEE
Router
Satellite dish

4. Network+ (Net+)
Ethernet
A person who uses a computer.
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.
Network Interface Card

5. NOS
Copper
Telephone
Network Operating System
Network adapter

6. ____ networking uses a cable TV connection to create a wide area connection to the Internet.
Cable
A complex WAN that connects LANs and clients around the globe.
xDSL
1. Physical (such as a wire or cable) 2. Wireless (such as radio waves)

7. The term ___ typically describes an adapter that uses a cable medium (such as copper or fiber optic cables).
NIC (network interface card)
PSTN
Router
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

8. Certification
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.
The property of a network that allows you to add nodes or increase its size easily.
Cisco Certified Network Associate
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.

9. 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.
Bridge
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.
Ad hoc
One of several types of specialized devices that allows two or more networks or multiple parts of one network to connect and exchange data.

10. File Services
The use of data networks to carry voice (or telephone) - video - and other communications services in addition to data.
The functions of a file server that allow users to share data files - applications - and storage areas.
Ad hoc
Telephone

11. Unified Communications
Networking TV
The process of distributing data transfer activity evenly so that no single device is overwhelmed.
The centralized management of multiple types of network-based communications - such as voice - video - fax - and messaging services.
Ethernet

12. Peer-To-Peer 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
NIC (network interface card)
A computer that uses applications and data only from its local disks and that is not connected to a network.
A network that spans a long distance and connects two or more LANs.

13. Asset Management

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14. There are many DSL standards (such as ADSL - SDSL - and HDSL) - collectively referred to as ____.
xDSL
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 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.
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

15. Phone lines are sometimes referred to as ____.
IEEE
Radio waves
NIC (network interface card)
POTS (plain old telephone service)

16. The ____ receives a signal on one port - and forwards that signal only to the port where the destination device is connected.
Data
Switch
The process of retrieving files from a backup.
The process of automatically transferring a data file or installing a software application from the server to a client on the network.

17. Load Balancing
Bridge
V.35
The process of distributing data transfer activity evenly so that no single device is overwhelmed.
1. License tracking 2. Security Auditing 3. Asset Management 4. Address Management 5. Software Distribution 6. Traffic Monitoring 7. Load Balancing 8. Hardware Diagnosis

18. ____ is the most common local area networking standard for wired networks.
Ethernet
Moving
1. Physical (such as a wire or cable) 2. Wireless (such as radio waves)
The devices - data - and data storage space provided by a computer - whether stand-alone or shared.

19. Internet Services
1000BaseSX
Telephone
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.
1. Physical (such as a wire or cable) 2. Wireless (such as radio waves)

20. A ____ creates the signals that are sent along the networking medium.
10GBaseT
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.
Network adapter
Infrastructure

21. Motherboard
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 centrally administering a finite number of network addresses for an entire LAN. Usually this task can be accomplished without touching the client workstations.
The main circuit board that controls a computer.
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.

22. DSL divides the telephone line into multiple ____. One for analog voice - while the remainingones are used for digital data.
A number that uniquely identifies each workstation and device on a network. Without unique ' ? ' - computers on the network could not reliably communicate.
Channels
Splitters
The main circuit board that controls a computer.

23. In what circumstances would 'restoring' of files be needed?
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.
If original files are lost or deleted.
1000BaseSX
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

24. The same cable line is used to carry ____ and cable ____ signals - although in some cases a separate line is installed for Internet access.
Phone number
1. License tracking 2. Security Auditing 3. Asset Management 4. Address Management 5. Software Distribution 6. Traffic Monitoring 7. Load Balancing 8. Hardware Diagnosis
Networking TV
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.

25. What are the 2 forms of 'Transmission Media'?
1. Physical (such as a wire or cable) 2. Wireless (such as radio waves)
Bridge
Cellular adapter
Unsolicited - unwanted e-mail.

26. You can install a ____ in a notebook computer to provide cellular access.
Cellular adapter
The centralized management of multiple types of network-based communications - such as voice - video - fax - and messaging services.
xDSL
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27. Print Services
Network adapter
A specialized server that enables clients to share applications and data across the 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
The network service that allows printers to be shared by several users on a network.

28. Satellite networking requires direct ____ (dish placement is crucial).
Splitters
Line of sight
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
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.

29. Topology
The centralized management of multiple types of network-based communications - such as voice - video - fax - and messaging services.
Ad hoc
The physical layout of computers on a network.
A person working on a computer on a different network or in a different geographical location from the LAN's server.

30. Hubs operate in ____ mode because the path between devices is shared - meaning that devices can only send when no other devices are sending data.
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
Wireless
A network that spans a long distance and connects two or more LANs.
Half-duplex

31. WAN
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'Network of Networks'
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.

32. Stand-Alone Computer
A computer that uses applications and data only from its local disks and that is not connected to a network.
Voice data
Delay time
A number that uniquely identifies each workstation and device on a network. Without unique ' ? ' - computers on the network could not reliably communicate.

33. A cable ____ (router) connects the computer to the cable network for sending networking signals.
The process of automatically transferring a data file or installing a software application from the server to a client on the network.
100
Modem
Computing Technology Industry Association

34. A ____ network adapter sends radio waves.
A computer that uses applications and data only from its local disks and that is not connected to a network.
Cell phone
Modem
Wireless

35. Traffic
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xDSL
The data transmission and processing activity taking place on a computer network at any given time.
Local Area Network

36. Network
The means through which data are transmitted and received.
Modem
The process of automatically transferring a data file or installing a software application from the server to a client on the 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.

37. NIC
The network service that allows printers to be shared by several users on a network.
Network Interface Card
A person who uses a computer.
The process of retrieving files from a backup.

38. A DSL router (sometimes called a DSL modem) connects the computer to the ____ line that must be configured by the telephone company to work with DSL.
Radio waves
Dialup
The property of a network that allows you to add nodes or increase its size easily.
Telephone

39. Security Auditing
The process of evaluating security measures currently in place on a network and notifying the network administrator if a security breach occurs.
A network of computers and other devices that is confined to a relatively small space - such as one building or even one office.
A complex WAN that connects LANs and clients around the globe.
Cell phone

40. Metropolitan Area Network (MAN)

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41. Remote User

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42. DSL is not available to every location; the end location must be within a fixed distance of telephone ____ equipment.
PSTN
Switching
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
Cellular

43. ____ operates at 1000 Mbps (1 Gbps) over fiber optic cables.
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.
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.
1000BaseSX
Router

44. Spam
Unsolicited - unwanted e-mail.
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 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

45. Scalable
The property of a network that allows you to add nodes or increase its size easily.
A server that manages the storage and transfer of e-mail messages.
Cellular
A computer or other device connected to a network - which has a unique address and is capable of sending or receiving data.

46. What's another name for Network Interface Card (NIC)?
Cellular
Splitters
IEEE
Network adapter

47. Ethernet can use ____ and ____ cables.
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 means through which data are transmitted and received.
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.
Copper fiber optic

48. Host
A computer that enables resource sharing by other computers on the same network.
The functions of a file server that allow users to share data files - applications - and storage areas.
Access Server
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.

49. A ____ connection uses a modem connected to the phone line to communicate with another host through a wide area connection.
Computing Technology Industry Association
Dialup
A computer that runs a desktop operating system and connects to a network.
Networking TV

50. Address Management
Ethernet
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.
PSTN
Infrastructure

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