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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. Web Server
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The centralized management of multiple types of network-based communications - such as voice - video - fax - and messaging services.
Ad hoc
A computer that manages Web site services - such as supplying a Web page to multiple users on demand.

2. 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
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.
Transmitter
Delay time

3. 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 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.
NIC (network interface card)
A server that manages the storage and transfer of e-mail messages.

4. Backing Up
A network design in which client computers use a centrally administered server to share data - data storage space - and devices.
The process of copying critical data files to a secure storage area. Often - _____ are performed according to a formulaic schedule.
The data transmission and processing activity taking place on a computer network at any given time.
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.

5. DSL divides the telephone line into multiple ____. One for analog voice - while the remainingones are used for digital data.
A number that uniquely identifies each workstation and device on a network. Without unique ' ? ' - computers on the network could not reliably communicate.
The process of retrieving files from a backup.
'Network of Networks'
Channels

6. The ____ receives a signal on one port - and forwards that signal only to the port where the destination device is connected.
Fiber optic
A computer or other device connected to a network - which has a unique address and is capable of sending or receiving data.
Satellite
Switch

7. When you configure a dialup connection - you identify the ____ of a computer on the other end.
Phone number
The network service that allows printers to be shared by several users on a network.
Satellite dish
Network Operating System

8. 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.
Network adapter
Splitters
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 functions of a file server that allow users to share data files - applications - and storage areas.

9. Address Management
A number that uniquely identifies each workstation and device on a network. Without unique ' ? ' - computers on the network could not reliably communicate.
The use of data networks to carry voice (or telephone) - video - and other communications services in addition to data.
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 process of retrieving files from a backup.

10. File Server
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.
A specialized server that enables clients to share applications and data across the network.
1. Physical (such as a wire or cable) 2. Wireless (such as radio waves)
A discrete unit of information sent from one node on a network to another.

11. ____ is the most common local area networking standard for wired networks.
Infrastructure
Peer-To-Peer Network.
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.
Ethernet

12. Soft Skills
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.
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.
Telephone

13. NOS
Network Operating System
The data transmission and processing activity taking place on a computer network at any given time.
A network design in which client computers use a centrally administered server to share data - data storage space - and devices.
xDSL

14. Software Distribution
Switch
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 copying critical data files to a secure storage area. Often - _____ are performed according to a formulaic schedule.
The main circuit board that controls a computer.

15. Data transfer rates include 28.8 Kbps - 33.3 Kbps - and ____ Kbps.
The property of a network that allows you to add nodes or increase its size easily.
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.
TCP/IP
56

16. In an ____ network - a central device called a wireless access point controls communication between devices.
Hub
DSL (Digital Subscriber Line)
100
Infrastructure

17. CCNA
Router
Cisco Certified Network Associate
Wide Area Network
56

18. Satellite networking can be a portable solution for cars or trucks with an attached ____.
A network that spans a long distance and connects two or more LANs.
The software that runs on a server and enables the server to manage data - users - groups - security - applications - and other networking functions.
Satellite dish
Fiber optic

19. Remote User

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20. 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 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
Networking TV
The devices - data - and data storage space provided by a computer - whether stand-alone or shared.

21. A ____ creates the signals that are sent along the networking medium.
Fiber optic
The physical layout of computers on a network.
Fiber optic
Network adapter

22. P2P Network
Peer-To-Peer Network.
Weather
Fiber optic
A way of exchanging data between computers that are not connected on a network.

23. Satellite networking provides nearly ____% global coverage.
Fiber optic
100
A computer that uses applications and data only from its local disks and that is not connected to a 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.

24. What's another name for Network Interface Card (NIC)?
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
V.35
A server that manages the storage and transfer of e-mail messages.
Network adapter

25. Traffic
The data transmission and processing activity taking place on a computer network at any given time.
The functions of a file server that allow users to share data files - applications - and storage areas.
1. UNIX 2. Linux 3. Microsoft Winders Server 2008 R2
1. Physical (such as a wire or cable) 2. Wireless (such as radio waves)

26. A ____ provides a central connection for multiple media segments on the same subnet.
Hub
A computer that uses applications and data only from its local disks and that is not connected to a network.
A computer that runs a desktop operating system and connects to a network.
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27. In what circumstances would 'restoring' of files be needed?
Cellular adapter
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.
Hub
If original files are lost or deleted.

28. User
A person who uses a computer.
Telephone
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.
One of several types of specialized devices that allows two or more networks or multiple parts of one network to connect and exchange data.

29. Network
A complex WAN that connects LANs and clients around the globe.
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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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.

30. Metropolitan Area Network (MAN)

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31. 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
A server that manages the storage and transfer of e-mail messages.
A person working on a computer on a different network or in a different geographical location from the LAN's server.
Wide Area Network
TCP/IP

32. Ethernet can use ____ and ____ cables.
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
Cellular
Copper fiber optic
Delay time

33. Load Balancing
Phone number
The process of distributing data transfer activity evenly so that no single device is overwhelmed.
A computer or other device connected to a network - which has a unique address and is capable of sending or receiving data.
Switches routers

34. With cellular networking - Internet access is limited to areas with ____ coverage.
Telephone
If original files are lost or deleted.
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
Cell phone

35. ____ operates at 1000 Mbps (1 Gbps) over fiber optic cables.
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.
1000BaseSX
A network of computers and other devices that is confined to a relatively small space - such as one building or even one office.
Satellite dish

36. Spam
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
Local Area Network
Twisted pair
Unsolicited - unwanted e-mail.

37. Cellular networking is a truly mobile solution; you can often be ____ and still have Internet access without manually having to reconnect.
Fiber optic
The process of retrieving files from a backup.
A discrete unit of information sent from one node on a network to another.
Moving

38. 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.
A person working on a computer on a different network or in a different geographical location from the LAN's server.
Bridge
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

39. (public switched telephone network) Dialup connections use the ____.
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.
Infrastructure
Modem
PSTN

40. Data transfer rates are between ____ Mbps (older Ethernet networks) to up to ____ Gbps. 100 and 1000 Mbps are the most common.
Ad hoc
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
Wide Area Network
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41. CCIE

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42. Unified Communications
The centralized management of multiple types of network-based communications - such as voice - video - fax - and messaging services.
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 functions of a file server that allow users to share data files - applications - and storage areas.
Network Operating System

43. Give 8 Examples of Management Services
Copper
A discrete unit of information sent from one node on a network to another.
Cisco Certified Network Associate
1. License tracking 2. Security Auditing 3. Asset Management 4. Address Management 5. Software Distribution 6. Traffic Monitoring 7. Load Balancing 8. Hardware Diagnosis

44. ____ networking uses radio signals sent and received from a satellite. Satellite networking:
The network services that centrally administer and simplify complicated management tasks on the network.
Unsolicited - unwanted e-mail.
Local Area Network
Satellite

45. Addressing
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.
The process of evaluating security measures currently in place on a network and notifying the network administrator if a security breach occurs.
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 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.

46. ____ networking uses a digital mobile phone for Internet access.
Cellular
A person who uses a computer.
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.
Transmitter

47. Topology
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.
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
The physical layout of computers on a network.

48. A ____ connects two network segments that have a different subnet address.
The functions of a file server that allow users to share data files - applications - and storage areas.
A computer or other device connected to a network - which has a unique address and is capable of sending or receiving data.
Router
The process of distributing data transfer activity evenly so that no single device is overwhelmed.

49. Mail Services
Networking TV
The main circuit board that controls a computer.
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.
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

50. You can install a ____ in a notebook computer to provide cellular access.
A person who uses a computer.
Cell phone
Cellular adapter
A number that uniquely identifies each workstation and device on a network. Without unique ' ? ' - computers on the network could not reliably communicate.