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Comptia Network Fundamentals

Subjects : certifications, comptia-network-+, it-skills

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1. A ____ creates the signals that are sent along the networking medium.
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 centralized management of multiple types of network-based communications - such as voice - video - fax - and messaging services.
Network adapter
DSL (Digital Subscriber Line)

2. Dialup connections are available anywhere a dialup ____ line exists.
Subnet
The data transmission and processing activity taking place on a computer network at any given time.
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.
Telephone

3. 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 way of exchanging data between computers that are not connected on a network.
IEEE
Wireless
Half-duplex

4. Connectivity Device
One of several types of specialized devices that allows two or more networks or multiple parts of one network to connect and exchange data.
Channels
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
POTS (plain old telephone service)

5. Host
Twisted pair
A computer that enables resource sharing by other computers on the same network.
Subnet
Line of sight

6. File Server
1. UNIX 2. Linux 3. Microsoft Winders Server 2008 R2
The process of distributing data transfer activity evenly so that no single device is overwhelmed.
A specialized server that enables clients to share applications and data across the network.
A professional certification established by Microsoft that demonstrates in-depth knowledge about Microsoft products.

7. Data transfer rates are between ____ Mbps (older Ethernet networks) to up to ____ Gbps. 100 and 1000 Mbps are the most common.
Network adapter
10 10
Full duplex
A person who uses a computer.

8. Spam
Bridge
Unsolicited - unwanted e-mail.
NIC (network interface card)
A computer that enables resource sharing by other computers on the same network.

9. ____ operates at 1000 Mbps (1 Gbps) over fiber optic cables.
1000BaseSX
Switching
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.
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10. Server
IEEE
Unsolicited - unwanted e-mail.
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
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11. Web Server
The means through which data are transmitted and received.
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 computer that manages Web site services - such as supplying a Web page to multiple users on demand.
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.

12. Client / Server Network
Access Server
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.
Telephone
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.

13. Ethernet can use ____ and ____ 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.
Copper fiber optic
Cisco Certified Network Associate
Radio waves

14. DSL divides the telephone line into multiple ____. One for analog voice - while the remainingones are used for digital data.
Channels
Cell phone
Infrastructure
A person who uses a computer.

15. 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 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
10GBaseT
V.35
Splitters

16. Stand-Alone Computer
A specialized server that enables clients to share applications and data across the network.
A computer that uses applications and data only from its local disks and that is not connected to a network.
MAC
Infrastructure

17. Satellite networking requires direct ____ (dish placement is crucial).
Line of sight
A person who uses a computer.
A computer or other device connected to a network - which has a unique address and is capable of sending or receiving data.
PSTN

18. The term ___ typically describes an adapter that uses a cable medium (such as copper or fiber optic cables).
Network Operating System
Cable
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.
NIC (network interface card)

19. MAN
Metropolitan Area Network
10
Router
Radio waves

20. A ____ network adapter sends radio waves.
Switches routers
Wireless
A network design in which client computers use a centrally administered server to share data - data storage space - and devices.
The centralized management of multiple types of network-based communications - such as voice - video - fax - and messaging services.

21. Scalable
Wireless
If original files are lost or deleted.
The property of a network that allows you to add nodes or increase its size easily.
Network Operating System

22. Metropolitan Area Network (MAN)

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23. 100BaseFX operates at 100 Mbps over ____ cables.
Ethernet
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 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

24. Traffic Monitoring
DSL (Digital Subscriber Line)
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.
The property of a network that allows you to add nodes or increase its size easily.
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.

25. Internet
A complex WAN that connects LANs and clients around the globe.
The process of evaluating security measures currently in place on a network and notifying the network administrator if a security breach occurs.
One of several types of specialized devices that allows two or more networks or multiple parts of one network to connect and exchange data.
DSL (Digital Subscriber Line)

26. Network Operating System (NOS)
A part of a network. Usually - a ______ is composed of a group of nodes that share the same communications channel for all their traffic.
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 software that runs on a server and enables the server to manage data - users - groups - security - applications - and other networking functions.
One of several types of specialized devices that allows two or more networks or multiple parts of one network to connect and exchange data.

27. Soft Skills
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 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.
POTS (plain old telephone service)
IEEE

28. Convergence
Switches routers
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.
Networking TV
The use of data networks to carry voice (or telephone) - video - and other communications services in addition to data.

29. Client
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 professional certification established by Microsoft that demonstrates in-depth knowledge about Microsoft products.
The property of a network that allows you to add nodes or increase its size easily.
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.

30. LAN
Hub
The process of automatically transferring a data file or installing a software application from the server to a client on the network.
Local Area Network
A part of a network. Usually - a ______ is composed of a group of nodes that share the same communications channel for all their traffic.

31. Ethernet standards identify the transmission speed and the cable type. The letter T identifies ____ cables; the letters F - S - L - and E are used for fiber optic.
A complex WAN that connects LANs and clients around the globe.
Switching
Twisted pair
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.

32. Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)

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33. Node
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.
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.
A computer or other device connected to a network - which has a unique address and is capable of sending or receiving data.
A computer that uses applications and data only from its local disks and that is not connected to a network.

34. Phone lines are sometimes referred to as ____.
Transmitter
A computer that runs a desktop operating system and connects to a network.
POTS (plain old telephone service)
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.

35. Motherboard
PSTN
Switch
The main circuit board that controls a computer.
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.

36. What are the 3 most popular networking operating systems?
Bridge
Router
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.
1. UNIX 2. Linux 3. Microsoft Winders Server 2008 R2

37. An access point with an integrated ____ allows wireless clients to communicate with hosts on different networks (such as the Internet).
Half-duplex
Copper
Router
Satellite dish

38. Wireless networks use ____ with the air being the transmission medium.
A person who uses a computer.
Network adapter
Twisted pair
Radio waves

39. Satellite networking may have a long ____ (latency) between requests and downloads.
Delay time
100
The centralized management of multiple types of network-based communications - such as voice - video - fax - and messaging services.
Network Interface Card

40. A ____ connects two network segments that have a different subnet address.
Router
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 that uses applications and data only from its local disks and that is not connected to a 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.

41. Sneakernet
A professional certification established by Microsoft that demonstrates in-depth knowledge about Microsoft products.
100
A way of exchanging data between computers that are not connected on a network.
A network design in which client computers use a centrally administered server to share data - data storage space - and devices.

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

43. Satellite networking is subject to mild atmospheric and ____ conditions (fog or slight wind can disrupt service).
Weather
A person working on a computer on a different network or in a different geographical location from the LAN's server.
Splitters
Half-duplex

44. A ____ connection uses a modem connected to the phone line to communicate with another host through a wide area connection.
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
Dialup
Fiber optic
The means through which data are transmitted and received.

45. Give 8 Examples of Management Services
Cellular adapter
1. License tracking 2. Security Auditing 3. Asset Management 4. Address Management 5. Software Distribution 6. Traffic Monitoring 7. Load Balancing 8. Hardware Diagnosis
Unsolicited - unwanted e-mail.
Hub

46. Network
Unsolicited - unwanted e-mail.
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
The devices - data - and data storage space provided by a computer - whether stand-alone or shared.
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.

47. 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
A computer or other device connected to a network - which has a unique address and is capable of sending or receiving data.
Full duplex
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.

48. Segment
Cell phone
A part of a network. Usually - a ______ is composed of a group of nodes that share the same communications channel for all their traffic.
1. Physical (such as a wire or cable) 2. Wireless (such as radio waves)
A computer that manages Web site services - such as supplying a Web page to multiple users on demand.

49. Client / Server Architecture
The process of distributing data transfer activity evenly so that no single device is overwhelmed.
The functions of a file server that allow users to share data files - applications - and storage areas.
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.

50. Switches use the ____ address to send frames to the destination device.
Metropolitan Area Network
MAC
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.
100