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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. Ethernet can use ____ and ____ cables.
1. UNIX 2. Linux 3. Microsoft Winders Server 2008 R2
Copper fiber optic
The process of evaluating security measures currently in place on a network and notifying the network administrator if a security breach occurs.
A discrete unit of information sent from one node on a network to another.

2. ____ networking uses a cable TV connection to create a wide area connection to the Internet.
One of several types of specialized devices that allows two or more networks or multiple parts of one network to connect and exchange data.
PSTN
Cable
A person who uses a computer.

3. A router has multiple network connections - with each connection being on a different ____.
Unsolicited - unwanted e-mail.
Subnet
xDSL
Networking TV

4. In an ____ network - a central device called a wireless access point controls communication between devices.
IP address
Computing Technology Industry Association
Hub
Infrastructure

5. Connectivity Device
Data
Download
One of several types of specialized devices that allows two or more networks or multiple parts of one network to connect and exchange data.
Half-duplex

6. Network+ (Net+)
Splitters
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 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.

7. Satellite networking may have a long ____ (latency) between requests and downloads.
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.
Delay time
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.
A way of exchanging data between computers that are not connected on a network.

8. 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 server that manages the storage and transfer of e-mail messages.
Fiber optic
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.

9. Internet Services
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 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 computer that uses applications and data only from its local disks and that is not connected to a 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.

10. File Services
Network adapter
Wireless
The functions of a file server that allow users to share data files - applications - and storage areas.
A computer that enables resource sharing by other computers on the same network.

11. Traffic Monitoring
Ethernet
Splitters
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.
Unsolicited - unwanted e-mail.

12. In what circumstances would 'restoring' of files be needed?
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
The process of copying critical data files to a secure storage area. Often - _____ are performed according to a formulaic schedule.
If original files are lost or deleted.
Telephone

13. A ____ provides a central connection for multiple media segments on the same subnet.
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.
100
Switch
TCP/IP

14. CCNA
Fiber optic
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.
Cisco Certified Network Associate
1. Physical (such as a wire or cable) 2. Wireless (such as radio waves)

15. ____ operates at 10 Gbps over twisted pair cables.
10GBaseT
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.
The process of automatically transferring a data file or installing a software application from the server to a client on the 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.

16. The networking ____ provides the path for signals to pass between two devices.
Medium
A network that spans a long distance and connects two or more LANs.
NIC (network interface card)
Router

17. The same cable line is used to carry ____ and cable ____ signals - although in some cases a separate line is installed for Internet access.
Networking TV
Computing Technology Industry Association
Router
Ad hoc

18. Routers use the ____ within a packet to move packets between networks.
NIC (network interface card)
Switches routers
IP address
The process of retrieving files from a backup.

19. Packet
Router
A discrete unit of information sent from one node on a network to another.
Phone number
Switch

20. There are many DSL standards (such as ADSL - SDSL - and HDSL) - collectively referred to as ____.
xDSL
10GBaseT
Telephone
1. License tracking 2. Security Auditing 3. Asset Management 4. Address Management 5. Software Distribution 6. Traffic Monitoring 7. Load Balancing 8. Hardware Diagnosis

21. Mobile phones with digital ____ plans use cellular calls to connect to the Internet.
A person who uses a computer.
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.
One of several types of specialized devices that allows two or more networks or multiple parts of one network to connect and exchange data.
Data

22. Give 8 Examples of Management Services
V.35
A computer that runs a desktop operating system and connects to a network.
1. License tracking 2. Security Auditing 3. Asset Management 4. Address Management 5. Software Distribution 6. Traffic Monitoring 7. Load Balancing 8. Hardware Diagnosis
The network service that allows printers to be shared by several users on a network.

23. Scalable
Moving
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.
The property of a network that allows you to add nodes or increase its size easily.
'Network of Networks'

24. Peer-To-Peer 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.
If original files are lost or deleted.
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
The property of a network that allows you to add nodes or increase its size easily.

25. What's another name for Network Interface Card (NIC)?
1000BaseSX
A specialized server that enables clients to share applications and data across the network.
A person who uses a computer.
Network adapter

26. P2P Network
Peer-To-Peer Network.
1. UNIX 2. Linux 3. Microsoft Winders Server 2008 R2
1000BaseSX
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.

27. DSL divides the telephone line into multiple ____. One for analog voice - while the remainingones are used for digital data.
Channels
A person who uses a computer.
Hub
The process of automatically transferring a data file or installing a software application from the server to a client on the network.

28. Certification
Wireless
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 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.
Fiber optic

29. Backing Up
Cellular
The process of copying critical data files to a secure storage area. Often - _____ are performed according to a formulaic schedule.
Fiber optic
1. License tracking 2. Security Auditing 3. Asset Management 4. Address Management 5. Software Distribution 6. Traffic Monitoring 7. Load Balancing 8. Hardware Diagnosis

30. ____ operates at 1000 Mbps (1 Gbps) over fiber optic cables.
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
Ad hoc
1000BaseSX
Hub

31. Wireless networks use ____ with the air being the transmission medium.
A person working on a computer on a different network or in a different geographical location from the LAN's server.
Radio waves
Data
PSTN

32. ____ is the standard that describes how modems work to send digital data over the analog phone lines.
Peer-To-Peer Network.
The process of distributing data transfer activity evenly so that no single device is overwhelmed.
10 10
V.35

33. Dialup connections are available anywhere a dialup ____ line exists.
Satellite dish
Telephone
Satellite
Router

34. What are the 3 most popular networking operating systems?
The process of distributing data transfer activity evenly so that no single device is overwhelmed.
The process of evaluating security measures currently in place on a network and notifying the network administrator if a security breach occurs.
1. UNIX 2. Linux 3. Microsoft Winders Server 2008 R2
The process of copying critical data files to a secure storage area. Often - _____ are performed according to a formulaic schedule.

35. Switches use the ____ address to send frames to the destination device.
Cell phone
MAC
Switch
The use of data networks to carry voice (or telephone) - video - and other communications services in addition to data.

36. In an ____ network - two computers communicate directly with each other through their wireless network adapters.
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
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.
POTS (plain old telephone service)

37. Backbone

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38. NIC
Network Interface Card
1. Physical (such as a wire or cable) 2. Wireless (such as radio waves)
Channels
Network adapter

39. Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP)
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 computer that manages Web site services - such as supplying a Web page to multiple users on demand.
A professional certification established by Microsoft that demonstrates in-depth knowledge about Microsoft products.
Satellite

40. Satellite networking requires direct ____ (dish placement is crucial).
Radio waves
Line of sight
Router
A network that spans a long distance and connects two or more LANs.

41. Traffic
The data transmission and processing activity taking place on a computer network at any given time.
Satellite dish
A way of exchanging data between computers that are not connected 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.

42. Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)

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43. Addressing
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
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 person working on a computer on a different network or in a different geographical location from the LAN's server.
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.

44. ____ networking uses a digital mobile phone for Internet access.
10
Cellular
Dialup
A network of computers and other devices that is confined to a relatively small space - such as one building or even one office.

45. Sneakernet
The process of copying critical data files to a secure storage area. Often - _____ are performed according to a formulaic schedule.
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 computer or other device connected to a network - which has a unique address and is capable of sending or receiving data.
A way of exchanging data between computers that are not connected on a network.

46. LAN
Fiber optic
V.35
Local Area Network
A discrete unit of information sent from one node on a network to another.

47. Cellular networking is a truly mobile solution; you can often be ____ and still have Internet access without manually having to reconnect.
Moving
A computer or other device connected to a network - which has a unique address and is capable of sending or receiving data.
Half-duplex
Peer-To-Peer Network.

48. Protocol
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.
IP address
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 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

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

50. An access point with an integrated ____ allows wireless clients to communicate with wired clients on the same network.
The process of distributing data transfer activity evenly so that no single device is overwhelmed.
Network Interface Card
Fiber optic
Bridge