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Comptia Network Fundamentals

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1. Workstation
Modem (modulator/de-modulator)
A computer that runs a desktop operating system and connects to a network.
The process of evaluating security measures currently in place on a network and notifying the network administrator if a security breach occurs.
The means through which data are transmitted and received.

2. Packet
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.
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 runs a desktop operating system and connects to a network.
A discrete unit of information sent from one node on a network to another.

3. Web Server
Router
Subnet
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.

4. A ____ connection uses a modem connected to the phone line to communicate with another host through a wide area connection.
100
Dialup
A server that manages the storage and transfer of e-mail messages.
Cable

5. 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.
The process of retrieving files from a backup.
A computer or other device connected to a network - which has a unique address and is capable of sending or receiving data.
Access Server
Splitters

6. LAN
Modem
Local Area Network
The process of automatically transferring a data file or installing a software application from the server to a client on the network.
1. UNIX 2. Linux 3. Microsoft Winders Server 2008 R2

7. ____ provides broadband digital data transmission over existing telephone lines.
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 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
A computer or other device connected to a network - which has a unique address and is capable of sending or receiving data.
DSL (Digital Subscriber Line)

8. A router has multiple network connections - with each connection being on a different ____.
Subnet
Moving
Weather
Copper

9. Internet
Copper
A complex WAN that connects LANs and clients around the globe.
IEEE
The functions of a file server that allow users to share data files - applications - and storage areas.

10. Mobile phones with digital ____ plans use cellular calls to connect to the Internet.
A network of computers and other devices that is confined to a relatively small space - such as one building or even one office.
Cell phone
Modem
Data

11. Software Distribution
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 runs a desktop operating system and connects to a network.
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.
A computer that manages Web site services - such as supplying a Web page to multiple users on demand.

12. Sneakernet
Switching
Router
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.

13. (public switched telephone network) Dialup connections use the ____.
Cisco Certified Network Associate
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
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
PSTN

14. Load Balancing
The process of distributing data transfer activity evenly so that no single device is overwhelmed.
TCP/IP
The process of automatically transferring a data file or installing a software application from the server to a client on the network.
A network of computers and other devices that is confined to a relatively small space - such as one building or even one office.

15. ____ networking uses a cable TV connection to create a wide area connection to the Internet.
Network adapter
A computer that uses applications and data only from its local disks and that is not connected to a network.
Cable
Access Server

16. Spam
Unsolicited - unwanted e-mail.
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.
IEEE
Computing Technology Industry Association

17. NIC
100
Network Interface Card
A computer that runs a desktop operating system and connects to a network.
10

18. Dialup connections cannot be used for both ____ (phone calls) and ____ at the same time.
Infrastructure
The process of copying critical data files to a secure storage area. Often - _____ are performed according to a formulaic schedule.
Voice data
Radio waves

19. What's another name for Network Interface Card (NIC)?
Network adapter
Fiber optic
Satellite
Bridge

20. CCNA
Cisco Certified Network Associate
IEEE
A discrete unit of information sent from one node on a network to another.
A person working on a computer on a different network or in a different geographical location from the LAN's server.

21. 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.
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.
A computer that uses applications and data only from its local disks and that is not connected to a network.
Unsolicited - unwanted e-mail.
Telephone

22. ____ networking uses radio signals sent and received from a satellite. Satellite networking:
Phone number
Twisted pair
Satellite
xDSL

23. Network+ (Net+)
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.
Computing Technology Industry Association
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.

24. Satellite networking is subject to mild atmospheric and ____ conditions (fog or slight wind can disrupt service).
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 of Networks'
Weather
A person who uses a computer.

25. File Server
A specialized server that enables clients to share applications and data across the network.
Weather
The process of automatically transferring a data file or installing a software application from the server to a client on the network.
xDSL

26. P2P Network
Twisted pair
1. Physical (such as a wire or cable) 2. Wireless (such as radio waves)
Transmitter
Peer-To-Peer Network.

27. 10BaseT operates at ____ Mbps over twisted pair cables.
A computer that manages Web site services - such as supplying a Web page to multiple users on demand.
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.
10
Twisted pair

28. Client
The process of automatically transferring a data file or installing a software application from the server to a client on the 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
100
10

29. Traffic Monitoring
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 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
The main circuit board that controls a computer.

30. DSL is not available to every location; the end location must be within a fixed distance of telephone ____ equipment.
Switching
Local Area Network
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 copying critical data files to a secure storage area. Often - _____ are performed according to a formulaic schedule.

31. Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP)
Delay time
Cable
A professional certification established by Microsoft that demonstrates in-depth knowledge about Microsoft products.
A computer that uses applications and data only from its local disks and that is not connected to a network.

32. A ____ provides a central connection for multiple media segments on the same subnet.
A network of computers and other devices that is confined to a relatively small space - such as one building or even one office.
Networking TV
Switch
The network services that centrally administer and simplify complicated management tasks on the network.

33. 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.
TCP/IP
The functions of a file server that allow users to share data files - applications - and storage areas.
A computer that runs a desktop operating system and connects to a network.
Full duplex

34. Network
Satellite dish
IP address
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 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.

35. ____ networking uses a digital mobile phone for Internet access.
The main circuit board that controls a computer.
Cellular
A way of exchanging data between computers that are not connected on a network.
1. UNIX 2. Linux 3. Microsoft Winders Server 2008 R2

36. There are many DSL standards (such as ADSL - SDSL - and HDSL) - collectively referred to as ____.
A professional certification established by Microsoft that demonstrates in-depth knowledge about Microsoft products.
Networking TV
xDSL
Half-duplex

37. A ____ network adapter sends radio waves.
Infrastructure
Telephone
Wireless
Cellular

38. Local Area Network (LAN)
Wireless
Full duplex
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
A network of computers and other devices that is confined to a relatively small space - such as one building or even one office.

39. Cellular networking is a truly mobile solution; you can often be ____ and still have Internet access without manually having to reconnect.
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
10 10
Cell phone
Moving

40. 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 retrieving files from a backup.
TCP/IP
Wide Area Network
Fiber optic

41. Satellite networking provides nearly ____% global coverage.
Download
The network service that allows printers to be shared by several users on a network.
100
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.

42. 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
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
Weather
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.

43. Radio frequency wireless standards are defined by various ____ committees (802.11a - 802.11b - 802.11g - and 802.11n).
IEEE
A computer or other device connected to a network - which has a unique address and is capable of sending or receiving data.
A part of a network. Usually - a ______ is composed of a group of nodes that share the same communications channel for all their traffic.
Cell phone

44. What's another name for Remote Access Server?
Access Server
The software that runs on a server and enables the server to manage data - users - groups - security - applications - and other networking functions.
The centralized management of multiple types of network-based communications - such as voice - video - fax - and messaging services.
Network adapter

45. Wide Area Network (WAN)
The physical layout of computers on a network.
A network that spans a long distance and connects two or more LANs.
A computer that manages Web site services - such as supplying a Web page to multiple users on demand.
Router

46. Remote Access Server
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.
Networking TV
PSTN

47. Data transfer rates are between ____ Mbps (older Ethernet networks) to up to ____ Gbps. 100 and 1000 Mbps are the most common.
10 10
Cellular adapter
Cell phone
The main circuit board that controls a computer.

48. Node
The devices - data - and data storage space provided by a computer - whether stand-alone or shared.
Weather
A computer or other device connected to a network - which has a unique address and is capable of sending or receiving data.
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.

49. CCIE

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50. Stand-Alone Computer
A computer that uses applications and data only from its local disks and that is not connected to 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.
Wide Area Network
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

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