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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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Match each statement with the correct term.
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1. Unified Communications
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 centralized management of multiple types of network-based communications - such as voice - video - fax - and messaging 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
1000BaseSX

2. Cellular networking is a truly mobile solution; you can often be ____ and still have Internet access without manually having to reconnect.
Router
Network adapter
Moving
Cellular adapter

3. Mobile phones with digital ____ plans use cellular calls to connect to the Internet.
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
Cisco Certified Network Associate
Data
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

4. License Tracking
Copper
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 way of exchanging data between computers that are not connected on a network.
The functions of a file server that allow users to share data files - applications - and storage areas.

5. 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.
MAC
Bridge
NIC (network interface card)

6. ____ cables use light pulses.
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.
1000BaseSX
Fiber optic
Radio waves

7. Client / Server 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.
PSTN
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 server that manages the storage and transfer of e-mail messages.

8. Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA)
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
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.
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.
Download

9. Peer-To-Peer Network
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 data transmission and processing activity taking place on a computer network at any given time.
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
Bridge

10. Data transfer rates are between ____ Mbps (older Ethernet networks) to up to ____ Gbps. 100 and 1000 Mbps are the most common.
A way of exchanging data between computers that are not connected on a network.
V.35
TCP/IP
10 10

11. A ____ converts binary data to an analog signal.
Line of sight
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
Radio waves
Modem (modulator/de-modulator)

12. Data transfer rates include 28.8 Kbps - 33.3 Kbps - and ____ Kbps.
The data transmission and processing activity taking place on a computer network at any given time.
Cisco Certified Network Associate
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Download

13. LAN
Moving
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.
Local Area Network
The network services that centrally administer and simplify complicated management tasks on the network.

14. Internet
Fiber optic
A complex WAN that connects LANs and clients around the globe.
1. UNIX 2. Linux 3. Microsoft Winders Server 2008 R2
Cisco Certified Network Associate

15. Ethernet uses network interface cards - hubs - ____ - and ____ to connect devices.
Switches routers
The network service that allows printers to be shared by several users on a network.
Download
The physical layout of computers on a network.

16. Restoring
The process of retrieving files from a backup.
Wireless
Router
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.

17. What's another name for Network Interface Card (NIC)?
A computer that enables resource sharing by other computers on the same network.
The devices - data - and data storage space provided by a computer - whether stand-alone or shared.
The main circuit board that controls a computer.
Network adapter

18. Sneakernet
PSTN
The means through which data are transmitted and received.
A way of exchanging data between computers that are not connected on a network.
Fiber optic

19. Address

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20. In what circumstances would 'restoring' of files be needed?
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
If original files are lost or deleted.
Channels
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

21. Resources
TCP/IP
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.
Twisted pair
The devices - data - and data storage space provided by a computer - whether stand-alone or shared.

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

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23. ____ networking uses radio signals sent and received from a satellite. Satellite networking:
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.
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.
Satellite
The network services that centrally administer and simplify complicated management tasks on the network.

24. In an ____ network - a central device called a wireless access point controls communication between devices.
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.
Ethernet
A network that spans a long distance and connects two or more LANs.
Infrastructure

25. Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP)
1. UNIX 2. Linux 3. Microsoft Winders Server 2008 R2
Telephone
A professional certification established by Microsoft that demonstrates in-depth knowledge about Microsoft products.
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.

26. Motherboard
The main circuit board that controls a computer.
The process of retrieving files from a backup.
Network Operating System
A computer or other device connected to a network - which has a unique address and is capable of sending or receiving data.

27. ____ networking uses a cable TV connection to create a wide area connection to the Internet.
Access Server
Phone number
Ad hoc
Cable

28. Remote Access Server
The software that runs on a server and enables the server to manage data - users - groups - security - applications - and other networking functions.
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.
Transmitter
A server that manages the storage and transfer of e-mail messages.

29. A ____ connects two network segments that have a different subnet address.
The software that runs on a server and enables the server to manage data - users - groups - security - applications - and other networking functions.
Router
10GBaseT
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.

30. DSL is not available to every location; the end location must be within a fixed distance of telephone ____ equipment.
Cisco Certified Network Associate
Switching
A computer or other device connected to a network - which has a unique address and is capable of sending or receiving data.
A network that spans a long distance and connects two or more LANs.

31. Topology
The physical layout of computers on a network.
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.
A person who uses a computer.

32. Remote User

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33. Addressing
The use of data networks to carry voice (or telephone) - video - and other communications services in addition to data.
The process of automatically transferring a data file or installing a software application from the server to a client on the network.
Modem
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.

34. Management Services
The network services that centrally administer and simplify complicated management tasks on the network.
A computer that enables resource sharing by other computers on the same network.
The data transmission and processing activity taking place on a computer network at any given time.
One of several types of specialized devices that allows two or more networks or multiple parts of one network to connect and exchange data.

35. Client / Server Architecture
A network design in which client computers use a centrally administered server to share data - data storage space - and devices.
'Network of Networks'
Network Operating System
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.

36. Print Services
Telephone
Voice data
The network service that allows printers to be shared by several users on a network.
1. License tracking 2. Security Auditing 3. Asset Management 4. Address Management 5. Software Distribution 6. Traffic Monitoring 7. Load Balancing 8. Hardware Diagnosis

37. What are the 3 most popular networking operating systems?
Cellular adapter
Modem (modulator/de-modulator)
1. UNIX 2. Linux 3. Microsoft Winders Server 2008 R2
Peer-To-Peer Network.

38. 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 that uses centrally administered computers - known as servers - to enable resources sharing for and to facilitate communication between the other computers on the network.
Half-duplex
A complex WAN that connects LANs and clients around the globe.
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

39. ____ operates at 10 Gbps over twisted pair cables.
10GBaseT
IEEE
The functions of a file server that allow users to share data files - applications - and storage areas.
Cellular

40. A router has multiple network connections - with each connection being on a different ____.
Cellular
Subnet
Hub
Router

41. In an ____ network - two computers communicate directly with each other through their wireless network adapters.
Ad hoc
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.
V.35
Network Interface Card

42. A ____ connection uses a modem connected to the phone line to communicate with another host through a wide area connection.
A server that manages the storage and transfer of e-mail messages.
A computer that runs a desktop operating system and connects to a network.
100
Dialup

43. ____ provides broadband digital data transmission over existing telephone lines.
Cellular adapter
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.
DSL (Digital Subscriber Line)
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

44. A cable ____ (router) connects the computer to the cable network for sending networking signals.
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
Telephone
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.
Modem

45. Remote Access Server / Access Server
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.
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.
Modem (modulator/de-modulator)

46. Network+ (Net+)
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.
Delay time
A network that spans a long distance and connects two or more LANs.
Infrastructure

47. Ethernet can use ____ and ____ cables.
Infrastructure
Switch
Copper fiber optic
Wireless

48. Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)

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49. A ____ provides a central connection for multiple media segments on the same subnet.
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
Hub
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
Transmitter

50. Wireless networks use ____ with the air being the transmission medium.
The main circuit board that controls a computer.
Radio waves
Voice data
100