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Comptia Network Fundamentals

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1. Satellite networking uses a ____ with an antenna (dish) directed skywards to a satellite.
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 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
If original files are lost or deleted.

2. An access point with an integrated ____ allows wireless clients to communicate with wired clients on the same network.
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.
Bridge
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.
Delay time

3. Host
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 computer that enables resource sharing by other computers on the same network.
A specialized server that enables clients to share applications and data across the network.
Ethernet

4. Certification
Network adapter
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.
1000BaseSX
Download

5. Address Management
Voice data
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 centrally administering a finite number of network addresses for an entire LAN. Usually this task can be accomplished without touching the client workstations.
Moving

6. A ____ connects two network segments that have a different subnet address.
Cable
Twisted pair
Router
Moving

7. In what circumstances would 'restoring' of files be needed?
10 10
The property of a network that allows you to add nodes or increase its size easily.
The devices - data - and data storage space provided by a computer - whether stand-alone or shared.
If original files are lost or deleted.

8. Peer-To-Peer Network
Medium
DSL (Digital Subscriber Line)
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 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

9. ____ networking uses a cable TV connection to create a wide area connection to the Internet.
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.
Cable
Channels
A part of a network. Usually - a ______ is composed of a group of nodes that share the same communications channel for all their traffic.

10. A ____ provides a central connection for multiple media segments on the same subnet.
Networking TV
56
Line of sight
Hub

11. In an ____ network - a central device called a wireless access point controls communication between devices.
A part of a network. Usually - a ______ is composed of a group of nodes that share the same communications channel for all their traffic.
The main circuit board that controls a computer.
Infrastructure
Data

12. ____ operates at 10 Gbps over twisted pair 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.
10 10
10GBaseT
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.

13. Traffic
A computer or other device connected to a network - which has a unique address and is capable of sending or receiving data.
Wireless
The data transmission and processing activity taking place on a computer network at any given time.
The process of distributing data transfer activity evenly so that no single device is overwhelmed.

14. Software Distribution
The process of automatically transferring a data file or installing a software application from the server to a client on the network.
Twisted pair
Networking TV
The network service that allows printers to be shared by several users on a network.

15. A ____ connects two segments within the same subnet that use different media types. For example - use a bridge to connect wireless clients to wired clients on the same network.
Moving
Bridge
1. Physical (such as a wire or cable) 2. Wireless (such as radio waves)
Dialup

16. The ____ repeats a signal received on one port out all other ports.
Hub
Network Interface Card
Switches routers
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. 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
Moving
Switch
The physical layout of computers on a network.

18. Server
Switch
Infrastructure
Fiber optic
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

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

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20. MAN
Weather
Metropolitan Area Network
A complex WAN that connects LANs and clients around the globe.
100

21. Mail Services
Fiber optic
Full duplex
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 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

22. Motherboard
100
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.
The main circuit board that controls a computer.
Telephone

23. P2P Network
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 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
Peer-To-Peer Network.
Networking TV

24. License Tracking
Switch
xDSL
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.
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. Dialup connections are available anywhere a dialup ____ line exists.
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
Cellular
Telephone
Transmitter

26. Mail Server
The process of evaluating security measures currently in place on a network and notifying the network administrator if a security breach occurs.
56
A server that manages the storage and transfer of e-mail messages.
Satellite

27. A cable ____ (router) connects the computer to the cable network for sending networking signals.
Modem
A computer that enables resource sharing by other computers on the same network.
Cellular adapter
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.

28. Stand-Alone Computer
The centralized management of multiple types of network-based communications - such as voice - video - fax - and messaging services.
A computer that uses applications and data only from its local disks and that is not connected to a network.
10GBaseT
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.

29. File Server
A specialized server that enables clients to share applications and data across the network.
V.35
10GBaseT
The main circuit board that controls a computer.

30. 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.
A person working on a computer on a different network or in a different geographical location from the LAN's server.
The devices - data - and data storage space provided by a computer - whether stand-alone or shared.
TCP/IP

31. ____ provides broadband digital data transmission over existing telephone lines.
A person working on a computer on a different network or in a different geographical location from the LAN's server.
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.
DSL (Digital Subscriber Line)
The software that runs on a server and enables the server to manage data - users - groups - security - applications - and other networking functions.

32. Data transfer rates are between ____ Mbps (older Ethernet networks) to up to ____ Gbps. 100 and 1000 Mbps are the most common.
Half-duplex
10 10
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.
The property of a network that allows you to add nodes or increase its size easily.

33. CCNA
A computer that runs a desktop operating system and connects to a network.
The centralized management of multiple types of network-based communications - such as voice - video - fax - and messaging services.
Cisco Certified Network Associate
The network services that centrally administer and simplify complicated management tasks on the network.

34. Give 8 Examples of Management Services
1. License tracking 2. Security Auditing 3. Asset Management 4. Address Management 5. Software Distribution 6. Traffic Monitoring 7. Load Balancing 8. Hardware Diagnosis
Local Area Network
Access Server
Router

35. Remote Access Server / Access Server
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.
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.
PSTN
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.

36. Remote Access Server
The process of copying critical data files to a secure storage area. Often - _____ are performed according to a formulaic schedule.
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.
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.
The functions of a file server that allow users to share data files - applications - and storage areas.

37. Metropolitan Area Network (MAN)

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38. Routers maintain a list of known networks and the next ____ in the path to reach the destination network.
Twisted pair
Router
100
The process of automatically transferring a data file or installing a software application from the server to a client on the network.

39. Satellite networking is subject to mild atmospheric and ____ conditions (fog or slight wind can disrupt service).
The devices - data - and data storage space provided by a computer - whether stand-alone or shared.
1. License tracking 2. Security Auditing 3. Asset Management 4. Address Management 5. Software Distribution 6. Traffic Monitoring 7. Load Balancing 8. Hardware Diagnosis
Weather
A computer that uses applications and data only from its local disks and that is not connected to a network.

40. Client / Server Network
The network service that allows printers to be shared by several users on a network.
A computer that uses applications and data only from its local disks and that is not connected to a network.
Switches routers
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.

41. WAN
DSL (Digital Subscriber Line)
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
Wide Area Network
Switching

42. LAN
Local Area Network
Modem
Router
Wireless

43. Packet
Voice data
A discrete unit of information sent from one node on a network to another.
100
The process of distributing data transfer activity evenly so that no single device is overwhelmed.

44. 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 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
Switch
Twisted pair
Telephone

45. Data transfer rates include 28.8 Kbps - 33.3 Kbps - and ____ Kbps.
56
xDSL
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
Moving

46. Network Operating System (NOS)
DSL (Digital Subscriber Line)
10
1000BaseSX
The software that runs on a server and enables the server to manage data - users - groups - security - applications - and other networking functions.

47. Print Services
1000BaseSX
A person working on a computer on a different network or in a different geographical location from the LAN's server.
Router
The network service that allows printers to be shared by several users on a network.

48. 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.
Twisted pair
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.
Satellite
Wide Area Network

49. Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)

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50. Scalable
The property of a network that allows you to add nodes or increase its size easily.
Computing Technology Industry Association
Router
Access Server

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