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

2. What are the 2 forms of 'Transmission Media'?
Network Operating System
1. Physical (such as a wire or cable) 2. Wireless (such as radio waves)
Satellite
The process of distributing data transfer activity evenly so that no single device is overwhelmed.

3. Phone lines are sometimes referred to as ____.
A way of exchanging data between computers that are not connected on a network.
POTS (plain old telephone service)
The main circuit board that controls a computer.
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.

4. License Tracking
Cable
Medium
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.
Satellite dish

5. How did the term 'Sneakernet' come about?
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 network that spans a long distance and connects two or more LANs.
Hub
Twisted pair

6. Backbone

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7. Restoring
The main circuit board that controls a computer.
A network design in which client computers use a centrally administered server to share data - data storage space - and devices.
The process of distributing data transfer activity evenly so that no single device is overwhelmed.
The process of retrieving files from a backup.

8. 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 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
Half-duplex
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.
100

9. What is a 'Backbone' sometimes referred to as?

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10. Topology
The use of data networks to carry voice (or telephone) - video - and other communications services in addition to data.
The physical layout of computers on a network.
V.35
The data transmission and processing activity taking place on a computer network at any given time.

11. ____ operates at 10 Gbps over twisted pair cables.
10GBaseT
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 process of automatically transferring a data file or installing a software application from the server to a client on the network.
One of several types of specialized devices that allows two or more networks or multiple parts of one network to connect and exchange data.

12. Soft Skills
Router
Subnet
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.
Peer-To-Peer Network.

13. With cellular networking - Internet access is limited to areas with ____ coverage.
Cell phone
1. Physical (such as a wire or cable) 2. Wireless (such as radio waves)
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.
Cable

14. Resources
The devices - data - and data storage space provided by a computer - whether stand-alone or shared.
Cellular
A computer that enables resource sharing by other computers on the same network.
1. UNIX 2. Linux 3. Microsoft Winders Server 2008 R2

15. What are the 3 most popular networking operating systems?
1. UNIX 2. Linux 3. Microsoft Winders Server 2008 R2
Modem (modulator/de-modulator)
A computer that runs a desktop operating system and connects to a network.
Radio waves

16. Depending on the type of DSL used - you can use the same line for simultaneous voice and data. Special ____ help prevent the voice data from interfering with the digital data.
Splitters
Bridge
Copper
If original files are lost or deleted.

17. Connectivity Device
Fiber optic
Access Server
The process of retrieving files from a backup.
One of several types of specialized devices that allows two or more networks or multiple parts of one network to connect and exchange data.

18. A ____ provides a central connection for multiple media segments on the same subnet.
The network service that allows printers to be shared by several users on a network.
PSTN
Hub
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.

19. Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)

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20. Mobile phones with digital ____ plans use cellular calls to connect to the Internet.
Data
A professional certification established by Microsoft that demonstrates in-depth knowledge about Microsoft products.
Hub
Half-duplex

21. Client / Server Network
The process of evaluating security measures currently in place on a network and notifying the network administrator if a security breach occurs.
Fiber optic
Cellular
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.

22. Address Management
1. UNIX 2. Linux 3. Microsoft Winders Server 2008 R2
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 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.
IEEE

23. Backing Up
The main circuit board that controls a computer.
The process of copying critical data files to a secure storage area. Often - _____ are performed according to a formulaic schedule.
Cell phone
The devices - data - and data storage space provided by a computer - whether stand-alone or shared.

24. ____ is the standard that describes how modems work to send digital data over the analog phone lines.
V.35
The process of automatically transferring a data file or installing a software application from the server to a client on the network.
1000BaseSX
Line of sight

25. CompTIA
10GBaseT
One of several types of specialized devices that allows two or more networks or multiple parts of one network to connect and exchange data.
A network of computers and other devices that is confined to a relatively small space - such as one building or even one office.
Computing Technology Industry Association

26. In an ____ network - two computers communicate directly with each other through their wireless network adapters.
Modem
Fiber optic
V.35
Ad hoc

27. Internet
A discrete unit of information sent from one node on a network to another.
A complex WAN that connects LANs and clients around the globe.
Hub
Peer-To-Peer Network.

28. ____ provides broadband digital data transmission over existing telephone lines.
Fiber optic
Network Operating System
Half-duplex
DSL (Digital Subscriber Line)

29. A ____ provides a central connection for multiple media segments on the same subnet.
Access Server
Switch
Medium
Full duplex

30. A ____ connects two network segments that have a different subnet address.
A computer or other device connected to a network - which has a unique address and is capable of sending or receiving data.
Moving
Router
The property of a network that allows you to add nodes or increase its size easily.

31. 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.
A number that uniquely identifies each workstation and device on a network. Without unique ' ? ' - computers on the network could not reliably communicate.
Cellular adapter
A network design in which client computers use a centrally administered server to share data - data storage space - and devices.

32. ____ cables use light pulses.
Fiber optic
A server that manages the storage and transfer of e-mail messages.
Router
The devices - data - and data storage space provided by a computer - whether stand-alone or shared.

33. Packet
A discrete unit of information sent from one node on a network to another.
Switching
A person working on a computer on a different network or in a different geographical location from the LAN's server.
A computer that uses applications and data only from its local disks and that is not connected to a network.

34. The term ___ typically describes an adapter that uses a cable medium (such as copper or fiber optic cables).
Splitters
The main circuit board that controls a computer.
NIC (network interface card)
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.

35. Satellite networking provides nearly ____% global coverage.
The process of distributing data transfer activity evenly so that no single device is overwhelmed.
Moving
Wireless
100

36. File Services
The functions of a file server that allow users to share data files - applications - and storage areas.
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 process of retrieving files from a backup.
A computer that uses applications and data only from its local disks and that is not connected to a network.

37. You can install a ____ in a notebook computer to provide cellular access.
Cellular adapter
A discrete unit of information sent from one node on a network to another.
10
PSTN

38. Satellite networking uses a ____ with an antenna (dish) directed skywards to a satellite.
Transmitter
A professional certification established by Microsoft that demonstrates in-depth knowledge about Microsoft products.
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.
Unsolicited - unwanted e-mail.

39. In an ____ network - a central device called a wireless access point controls communication between devices.
A network design in which client computers use a centrally administered server to share data - data storage space - and devices.
Modem (modulator/de-modulator)
Infrastructure
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.

40. Mail Server
Switches routers
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.
POTS (plain old telephone service)
A server that manages the storage and transfer of e-mail messages.

41. Wireless networks use ____ with the air being the transmission medium.
Radio waves
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.
Network adapter
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.

42. 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.
The network service that allows printers to be shared by several users on a network.
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.
Medium

43. 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
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 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.
TCP/IP
The data transmission and processing activity taking place on a computer network at any given time.

44. (public switched telephone network) Dialup connections use the ____.
Network adapter
PSTN
A way of exchanging data between computers that are not connected on a network.
Modem

45. 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.
Modem (modulator/de-modulator)
Telephone
The process of retrieving files from a backup.
The network services that centrally administer and simplify complicated management tasks on the network.

46. WAN
Wide Area Network
A number that uniquely identifies each workstation and device on a network. Without unique ' ? ' - computers on the network could not reliably communicate.
Telephone
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

47. Satellite networking can be a portable solution for cars or trucks with an attached ____.
A part of a network. Usually - a ______ is composed of a group of nodes that share the same communications channel for all their traffic.
Satellite dish
Peer-To-Peer Network.
Ad hoc

48. A ____ network adapter sends radio waves.
Modem
Wireless
Full duplex
PSTN

49. The same cable line is used to carry ____ and cable ____ signals - although in some cases a separate line is installed for Internet access.
Satellite
The process of retrieving files from a backup.
A network that spans a long distance and connects two or more LANs.
Networking TV

50. Software Distribution
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.
Medium
Full duplex