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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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Match each statement with the correct term.
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1. Motherboard
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.
The main circuit board that controls a computer.
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
Telephone

2. Client / Server Network
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.
Router
A computer that enables resource sharing by other computers on the same 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.

3. ____ networking uses a cable TV connection to create a wide area connection to the Internet.
Access Server
Cellular adapter
Download
Cable

4. A ____ converts binary data to an analog signal.
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.
The process of automatically transferring a data file or installing a software application from the server to a client on the network.
Modem (modulator/de-modulator)
A professional certification established by Microsoft that demonstrates in-depth knowledge about Microsoft products.

5. ____ networking uses radio signals sent and received from a satellite. Satellite networking:
Half-duplex
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.
Satellite
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

6. Topology
The physical layout of computers on a network.
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
Hub
Data

7. The term ___ typically describes an adapter that uses a cable medium (such as copper or fiber optic cables).
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.
Weather
NIC (network interface card)
The use of data networks to carry voice (or telephone) - video - and other communications services in addition to data.

8. ____ operates at 1000 Mbps (1 Gbps) over fiber optic cables.
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.
Networking TV
1000BaseSX
A computer that manages Web site services - such as supplying a Web page to multiple users on demand.

9. Web Server
A computer that runs a desktop operating system and connects to a network.
A computer that manages Web site services - such as supplying a Web page to multiple users on demand.
Modem
The means through which data are transmitted and received.

10. What's another name for Remote Access Server?
Switches routers
Wide Area Network
The property of a network that allows you to add nodes or increase its size easily.
Access Server

11. A cable ____ (router) connects the computer to the cable network for sending networking signals.
Twisted pair
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.
Modem
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

12. Restoring
The process of retrieving files from a backup.
MAC
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.
Networking TV

13. Backing Up
Twisted pair
Wireless
The process of copying critical data files to a secure storage area. Often - _____ are performed according to a formulaic schedule.
A complex WAN that connects LANs and clients around the globe.

14. Backbone

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15. ____ networking uses a digital mobile phone for Internet access.
POTS (plain old telephone service)
TCP/IP
Cellular
Telephone

16. Network+ (Net+)
Splitters
Satellite
A way of exchanging data between computers that are not connected on a network.
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.

17. A ____ provides a central connection for multiple media segments on the same subnet.
Switch
Download
A complex WAN that connects LANs and clients around the globe.
A computer that uses applications and data only from its local disks and that is not connected to a network.

18. Mobile phones with digital ____ plans use cellular calls to connect to the Internet.
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.
Fiber optic
Data
56

19. With cellular networking - Internet access is limited to areas with ____ coverage.
The use of data networks to carry voice (or telephone) - video - and other communications services in addition to data.
Cell phone
Phone number
A way of exchanging data between computers that are not connected on a network.

20. MAN
PSTN
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
Metropolitan Area Network

21. DSL divides the telephone line into multiple ____. One for analog voice - while the remainingones are used for digital data.
Metropolitan Area Network
Modem
The process of evaluating security measures currently in place on a network and notifying the network administrator if a security breach occurs.
Channels

22. Packet
Router
Twisted pair
A discrete unit of information sent from one node on a network to another.
A way of exchanging data between computers that are not connected on a network.

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

24. ____ is the standard that describes how modems work to send digital data over the analog phone lines.
100
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.
V.35
The centralized management of multiple types of network-based communications - such as voice - video - fax - and messaging services.

25. Spam
Metropolitan Area Network
Unsolicited - unwanted e-mail.
'Network of Networks'
10GBaseT

26. Satellite networking provides nearly ____% global coverage.
Access Server
Modem (modulator/de-modulator)
100
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.

27. Routers use the ____ within a packet to move packets between networks.
The data transmission and processing activity taking place on a computer network at any given time.
NIC (network interface card)
IP address
Twisted pair

28. Host
A computer that uses applications and data only from its local disks and that is not connected to a network.
The process of automatically transferring a data file or installing a software application from the server to a client on the network.
A computer that enables resource sharing by other computers on the same network.
Full duplex

29. Traffic Monitoring
Cell phone
Metropolitan Area Network
V.35
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.

30. Cellular networking is a truly mobile solution; you can often be ____ and still have Internet access without manually having to reconnect.
A specialized server that enables clients to share applications and data across the network.
Router
Moving
Phone number

31. Network
PSTN
Switch
A discrete unit of information sent from one node on a network to another.
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.

32. Satellite networking can be a portable solution for cars or trucks with an attached ____.
A number that uniquely identifies each workstation and device on a network. Without unique ' ? ' - computers on the network could not reliably communicate.
Satellite dish
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 complex WAN that connects LANs and clients around the globe.

33. 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
Network Operating System
A computer that uses applications and data only from its local disks and that is not connected to a network.
Router

34. Wireless networks use ____ with the air being the transmission medium.
Radio waves
Moving
A computer that manages Web site services - such as supplying a Web page to multiple users on demand.
A person who uses a computer.

35. Some satellite Internet access solutions are limited to ____ only. Another solution - such as dialup - is required to provide upload capabilities.
A network that spans a long distance and connects two or more LANs.
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.
Download

36. File Server
Modem
The main circuit board that controls a computer.
A specialized server that enables clients to share applications and data across the network.
Switch

37. Soft Skills
xDSL
Line of sight
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 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.

38. 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
Dialup
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
Medium

39. ____ is the most common local area networking standard for wired networks.
If original files are lost or deleted.
The functions of a file server that allow users to share data files - applications - and storage areas.
Ethernet
Metropolitan Area Network

40. What's another name for Network Interface Card (NIC)?
The software that runs on a server and enables the server to manage data - users - groups - security - applications - and other networking functions.
Cellular
Splitters
Network adapter

41. Dialup connections cannot be used for both ____ (phone calls) and ____ at the same time.
Bridge
Cable
10 10
Voice data

42. Remote Access Server
The means through which data are transmitted and received.
Copper fiber optic
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.
Networking TV

43. Internet
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.
A complex WAN that connects LANs and clients around the globe.
Twisted pair
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.

44. Routers maintain a list of known networks and the next ____ in the path to reach the destination network.
Moving
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 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
Router

45. Unified Communications
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 property of a network that allows you to add nodes or increase its size easily.
1. UNIX 2. Linux 3. Microsoft Winders Server 2008 R2
The centralized management of multiple types of network-based communications - such as voice - video - fax - and messaging services.

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

47. A ____ connection uses a modem connected to the phone line to communicate with another host through a wide area connection.
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.
Dialup
The main circuit board that controls a computer.
PSTN

48. An access point with an integrated ____ allows wireless clients to communicate with wired clients on the same network.
If original files are lost or deleted.
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.
Bridge
A specialized server that enables clients to share applications and data across the network.

49. Switches use the ____ address to send frames to the destination device.
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.
MAC
Cellular
Peer-To-Peer Network.

50. You can install a ____ in a notebook computer to provide cellular access.
The network service that allows printers to be shared by several users on a network.
Cellular adapter
Metropolitan Area Network
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