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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. File Services
DSL (Digital Subscriber Line)
The functions of a file server that allow users to share data files - applications - and storage areas.
IEEE
Dialup

2. ____ operates at 1000 Mbps (1 Gbps) over fiber optic cables.
1000BaseSX
The means through which data are transmitted and received.
IEEE
If original files are lost or deleted.

3. Unified Communications
The centralized management of multiple types of network-based communications - such as voice - video - fax - and messaging services.
Unsolicited - unwanted e-mail.
Metropolitan Area Network
Network adapter

4. Satellite networking uses a ____ with an antenna (dish) directed skywards to a satellite.
Networking TV
Transmitter
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 computer that manages Web site services - such as supplying a Web page to multiple users on demand.

5. Print Services
The network service that allows printers to be shared by several users on a network.
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.
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.
Hub

6. Network+ (Net+)
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
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.
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 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.

7. Remote User

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8. 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.
Voice data
Bridge
The process of automatically transferring a data file or installing a software application from the server to a client on the network.
Switches routers

9. MAN
The centralized management of multiple types of network-based communications - such as voice - video - fax - and messaging services.
Delay time
Metropolitan Area Network
Satellite

10. What are the 3 most popular networking operating systems?
Subnet
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1. UNIX 2. Linux 3. Microsoft Winders Server 2008 R2
The software that runs on a server and enables the server to manage data - users - groups - security - applications - and other networking functions.

11. There are many DSL standards (such as ADSL - SDSL - and HDSL) - collectively referred to as ____.
Switch
A computer that uses applications and data only from its local disks and that is not connected to a network.
xDSL
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.

12. Local Area Network (LAN)
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
1000BaseSX
A network of computers and other devices that is confined to a relatively small space - such as one building or even one office.
DSL (Digital Subscriber Line)

13. Workstation
Data
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.
A network that spans a long distance and connects two or more LANs.

14. ____ is the most common local area networking standard for wired networks.
The functions of a file server that allow users to share data files - applications - and storage areas.
Ethernet
A way of exchanging data between computers that are not connected on a network.
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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.
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
Ethernet
Phone number
Splitters

16. 100BaseFX operates at 100 Mbps over ____ 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.
10GBaseT
Fiber optic
The process of evaluating security measures currently in place on a network and notifying the network administrator if a security breach occurs.

17. Stand-Alone Computer
The process of evaluating security measures currently in place on a network and notifying the network administrator if a security breach occurs.
The property of a network that allows you to add nodes or increase its size easily.
PSTN
A computer that uses applications and data only from its local disks and that is not connected to a network.

18. A ____ connects two network segments that have a different subnet address.
Cellular
The software that runs on a server and enables the server to manage data - users - groups - security - applications - and other networking functions.
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
Router

19. Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA)
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The process of retrieving files from a backup.
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.
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.

20. Ethernet uses network interface cards - hubs - ____ - and ____ to connect devices.
A computer that enables resource sharing by other computers on the same network.
Switches routers
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.
A complex WAN that connects LANs and clients around the globe.

21. In what circumstances would 'restoring' of files be needed?
If original files are lost or deleted.
A computer that enables resource sharing by other computers on the same network.
Satellite
A network that spans a long distance and connects two or more LANs.

22. Address

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23. Packet
A discrete unit of information sent from one node on a network to another.
MAC
Cell phone
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.

24. (public switched telephone network) Dialup connections use the ____.
MAC
The network services that centrally administer and simplify complicated management tasks on the network.
PSTN
Bridge

25. Segment
A part of a network. Usually - a ______ is composed of a group of nodes that share the same communications channel for all their traffic.
Networking TV
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.
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.

26. Data transfer rates include 28.8 Kbps - 33.3 Kbps - and ____ Kbps.
56
Twisted pair
Download
The use of data networks to carry voice (or telephone) - video - and other communications services in addition to data.

27. In an ____ network - two computers communicate directly with each other through their wireless network adapters.
Computing Technology Industry Association
The process of copying critical data files to a secure storage area. Often - _____ are performed according to a formulaic schedule.
Network adapter
Ad hoc

28. 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.
A computer or other device connected to a network - which has a unique address and is capable of sending or receiving data.
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
Fiber optic

29. DSL is not available to every location; the end location must be within a fixed distance of telephone ____ equipment.
Subnet
MAC
Switching
IEEE

30. What's another name for Remote Access Server?
Unsolicited - unwanted e-mail.
Radio waves
Access Server
Telephone

31. Management Services
The network services that centrally administer and simplify complicated management tasks on the network.
Cable
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.
Modem (modulator/de-modulator)

32. 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
Router
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.
If original files are lost or deleted.
TCP/IP

33. A cable ____ (router) connects the computer to the cable network for sending networking signals.
Modem
Peer-To-Peer Network.
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 network that spans a long distance and connects two or more LANs.

34. A ____ connection uses a modem connected to the phone line to communicate with another host through a wide area connection.
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.
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 person working on a computer on a different network or in a different geographical location from the LAN's server.
Dialup

35. P2P Network
Phone number
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.
Peer-To-Peer Network.
Cell phone

36. Scalable
Peer-To-Peer Network.
Fiber optic
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.

37. Ethernet can use ____ and ____ cables.
Channels
The process of automatically transferring a data file or installing a software application from the server to a client on the network.
The use of data networks to carry voice (or telephone) - video - and other communications services in addition to data.
Copper fiber optic

38. Backing Up
Voice data
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.
Hub

39. With cellular networking - Internet access is limited to areas with ____ coverage.
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
10
Cell phone
1. License tracking 2. Security Auditing 3. Asset Management 4. Address Management 5. Software Distribution 6. Traffic Monitoring 7. Load Balancing 8. Hardware Diagnosis

40. ____ is the standard that describes how modems work to send digital data over the analog phone lines.
V.35
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
Splitters
Transmitter

41. Wide Area Network (WAN)
Voice data
1. UNIX 2. Linux 3. Microsoft Winders Server 2008 R2
Hub
A network that spans a long distance and connects two or more LANs.

42. Traffic Monitoring
Weather
Dialup
Satellite
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.

43. Host
A part of a network. Usually - a ______ is composed of a group of nodes that share the same communications channel for all their traffic.
Peer-To-Peer Network.
Networking TV
A computer that enables resource sharing by other computers on the same network.

44. The term ___ typically describes an adapter that uses a cable medium (such as copper or fiber optic cables).
NIC (network interface card)
The centralized management of multiple types of network-based communications - such as voice - video - fax - and messaging services.
Splitters
Telephone

45. Remote Access Server
A computer that uses applications and data only from its local disks and that is not connected to a network.
V.35
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.
Cellular adapter

46. DSL divides the telephone line into multiple ____. One for analog voice - while the remainingones are used for digital data.
The process of retrieving files from a backup.
Delay time
Channels
The property of a network that allows you to add nodes or increase its size easily.

47. The ____ receives a signal on one port - and forwards that signal only to the port where the destination device is connected.
Switch
Telephone
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.
Network adapter

48. A ____ converts binary data to an analog signal.
A network of computers and other devices that is confined to a relatively small space - such as one building or even one office.
Modem (modulator/de-modulator)
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Phone number

49. Spam
The means through which data are transmitted and received.
Moving
Unsolicited - unwanted e-mail.
Telephone

50. Routers maintain a list of known networks and the next ____ in the path to reach the destination network.
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.
A computer that runs a desktop operating system and connects to a network.
Router
Cellular adapter