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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. Ethernet uses network interface cards - hubs - ____ - and ____ to connect devices.
1. License tracking 2. Security Auditing 3. Asset Management 4. Address Management 5. Software Distribution 6. Traffic Monitoring 7. Load Balancing 8. Hardware Diagnosis
If original files are lost or deleted.
A computer or other device connected to a network - which has a unique address and is capable of sending or receiving data.
Switches routers

2. Management Services
The network services that centrally administer and simplify complicated management tasks on the network.
Router
A professional certification established by Microsoft that demonstrates in-depth knowledge about Microsoft products.
A computer that manages Web site services - such as supplying a Web page to multiple users on demand.

3. Network+ (Net+)
Splitters
Cable
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.
Switching

4. ____ cables use light pulses.
The software that runs on a server and enables the server to manage data - users - groups - security - applications - and other networking functions.
Fiber optic
xDSL
A computer that enables resource sharing by other computers on the same network.

5. ____ networking uses a cable TV connection to create a wide area connection to the Internet.
The process of retrieving files from a backup.
10GBaseT
A person who uses a computer.
Cable

6. Restoring
The process of retrieving files from a backup.
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.
Bridge
Cisco Certified Network Associate

7. In an ____ network - a central device called a wireless access point controls communication between devices.
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.
Full duplex
Infrastructure
A computer that manages Web site services - such as supplying a Web page to multiple users on demand.

8. ____ is the standard that describes how modems work to send digital data over the analog phone lines.
Fiber optic
V.35
Peer-To-Peer Network.
Router

9. Routers maintain a list of known networks and the next ____ in the path to reach the destination network.
Router
Network adapter
Network adapter
Satellite

10. NOS
A specialized server that enables clients to share applications and data across 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.
Network Operating System
Network adapter

11. What's another name for Network Interface Card (NIC)?
Network adapter
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
Router
Switching

12. Client / Server Network
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.
Router
The functions of a file server that allow users to share data files - applications - and storage areas.
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.

13. Unified Communications
The process of copying critical data files to a secure storage area. Often - _____ are performed according to a formulaic schedule.
Phone number
The centralized management of multiple types of network-based communications - such as voice - video - fax - and messaging services.
Splitters

14. An access point with an integrated ____ allows wireless clients to communicate with hosts on different networks (such as the Internet).
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
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.
Router
Wide Area Network

15. License Tracking
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 network service that allows printers to be shared by several users on a network.
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.
1000BaseSX

16. Give 8 Examples of Management Services
Telephone
1. License tracking 2. Security Auditing 3. Asset Management 4. Address Management 5. Software Distribution 6. Traffic Monitoring 7. Load Balancing 8. Hardware Diagnosis
Router
Ad hoc

17. File Services
The functions of a file server that allow users to share data files - applications - and storage areas.
Cell phone
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.
1000BaseSX

18. Wireless networks use ____ with the air being the transmission medium.
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.
Radio waves
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 data transmission and processing activity taking place on a computer network at any given time.

19. Address Management
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.
Access Server
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.
Telephone

20. Connectivity Device
1. License tracking 2. Security Auditing 3. Asset Management 4. Address Management 5. Software Distribution 6. Traffic Monitoring 7. Load Balancing 8. Hardware Diagnosis
1. UNIX 2. Linux 3. Microsoft Winders Server 2008 R2
Hub
One of several types of specialized devices that allows two or more networks or multiple parts of one network to connect and exchange data.

21. DSL divides the telephone line into multiple ____. One for analog voice - while the remainingones are used for digital data.
Channels
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.
Subnet
The devices - data - and data storage space provided by a computer - whether stand-alone or shared.

22. Addressing
Cellular
Medium
Switch
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.

23. Address

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24. Satellite networking is subject to mild atmospheric and ____ conditions (fog or slight wind can disrupt service).
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 means through which data are transmitted and received.
Weather
Satellite dish

25. With cellular networking - Internet access is limited to areas with ____ coverage.
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
Cell phone
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 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

26. ____ networking uses a digital mobile phone for Internet access.
Cisco Certified Network Associate
Cellular
NIC (network interface card)
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.

27. ____ operates at 10 Gbps over twisted pair cables.
Switching
10GBaseT
Router
Unsolicited - unwanted e-mail.

28. Dialup connections cannot be used for both ____ (phone calls) and ____ at the same time.
10GBaseT
Computing Technology Industry Association
Voice data
V.35

29. Wide Area Network (WAN)
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
A computer that runs a desktop operating system and connects to a network.
The process of retrieving files from a backup.
A network that spans a long distance and connects two or more LANs.

30. Client
Network adapter
Router
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
The property of a network that allows you to add nodes or increase its size easily.

31. Radio frequency wireless standards are defined by various ____ committees (802.11a - 802.11b - 802.11g - and 802.11n).
A discrete unit of information sent from one node on a network to another.
IEEE
Bridge
The devices - data - and data storage space provided by a computer - whether stand-alone or shared.

32. Dialup connections are available anywhere a dialup ____ line exists.
Ad hoc
The network service that allows printers to be shared by several users on a network.
A way of exchanging data between computers that are not connected on a network.
Telephone

33. The ____ repeats a signal received on one port out all other ports.
The property of a network that allows you to add nodes or increase its size easily.
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
Hub
A computer that manages Web site services - such as supplying a Web page to multiple users on demand.

34. Resources
Infrastructure
The devices - data - and data storage space provided by a computer - whether stand-alone or shared.
Fiber optic
Ethernet

35. NIC
The property of a network that allows you to add nodes or increase its size easily.
Bridge
Cisco Certified Network Associate
Network Interface Card

36. An access point with an integrated ____ allows wireless clients to communicate with wired clients on the same network.
Voice 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
A server that manages the storage and transfer of e-mail messages.
Bridge

37. Asset Management

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38. 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 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
The centralized management of multiple types of network-based communications - such as voice - video - fax - and messaging services.
V.35
Splitters

39. 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
Telephone
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.
TCP/IP
The functions of a file server that allow users to share data files - applications - and storage areas.

40. Some satellite Internet access solutions are limited to ____ only. Another solution - such as dialup - is required to provide upload capabilities.
Download
Modem (modulator/de-modulator)
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
V.35

41. Remote Access Server
'Network of Networks'
Unsolicited - unwanted e-mail.
1. Physical (such as a wire or cable) 2. Wireless (such as radio waves)
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.

42. Traffic
A complex WAN that connects LANs and clients around the globe.
V.35
Wide Area Network
The data transmission and processing activity taking place on a computer network at any given time.

43. Network
Bridge
Switch
Ethernet
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.

44. You can install a ____ in a notebook computer to provide cellular access.
Cellular adapter
Router
Delay time
A computer that manages Web site services - such as supplying a Web page to multiple users on demand.

45. Data transfer rates include 28.8 Kbps - 33.3 Kbps - and ____ Kbps.
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.
56
The main circuit board that controls a computer.
Copper

46. Print Services
Access Server
The network service that allows printers to be shared by several users on a network.
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 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

47. Security Auditing
Telephone
1. Physical (such as a wire or cable) 2. Wireless (such as radio waves)
Voice data
The process of evaluating security measures currently in place on a network and notifying the network administrator if a security breach occurs.

48. In an ____ network - two computers communicate directly with each other through their wireless network adapters.
Switch
Ad hoc
Hub
Cisco Certified Network Associate

49. LAN
Local Area Network
A professional certification established by Microsoft that demonstrates in-depth knowledge about Microsoft products.
The data transmission and processing activity taking place on a computer network at any given time.
Infrastructure

50. Client / Server Architecture
Wireless
Cell phone
A network design in which client computers use a centrally administered server to share data - data storage space - and devices.
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.