Comptia Network Fundamentals

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1. Peer-To-Peer Network
If original files are lost or deleted.
The functions of a file server that allow users to share data files - applications - and storage areas.
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
A computer that uses applications and data only from its local disks and that is not connected to a network.


2. Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP)
The network services that centrally administer and simplify complicated management tasks on the network.
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.
A professional certification established by Microsoft that demonstrates in-depth knowledge about Microsoft products.
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.


3. 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.
Delay time
Phone number
Satellite


4. Data transfer rates include 28.8 Kbps - 33.3 Kbps - and ____ Kbps.
Cable
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Fiber optic
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


5. A ____ connection uses a modem connected to the phone line to communicate with another host through a wide area connection.
Dialup
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Infrastructure
A number that uniquely identifies each workstation and device on a network. Without unique ' ? ' - computers on the network could not reliably communicate.


6. The term ___ typically describes an adapter that uses a cable medium (such as copper or fiber optic cables).
Satellite dish
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 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
NIC (network interface card)


7. In an ____ network - two computers communicate directly with each other through their wireless network adapters.
The process of retrieving files from a backup.
IP address
Ad hoc
'Network of Networks'


8. Stand-Alone 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.
A computer that uses applications and data only from its local disks and that is not connected to a network.
10 10
A server that manages the storage and transfer of e-mail messages.


9. A router has multiple network connections - with each connection being on a different ____.
Subnet
100
The means through which data are transmitted and received.
A number that uniquely identifies each workstation and device on a network. Without unique ' ? ' - computers on the network could not reliably communicate.


10. Security Auditing
The process of evaluating security measures currently in place on a network and notifying the network administrator if a security breach occurs.
Channels
Twisted pair
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


11. ____ provides broadband digital data transmission over existing telephone lines.
A way of exchanging data between computers that are not connected on a network.
V.35
DSL (Digital Subscriber Line)
Computing Technology Industry Association


12. Address Management
The software that runs on a server and enables the server to manage data - users - groups - security - applications - and other networking functions.
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.
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 property of a network that allows you to add nodes or increase its size easily.


13. A ____ creates the signals that are sent along the networking medium.
Infrastructure
Network adapter
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.
The network services that centrally administer and simplify complicated management tasks on the network.


14. The same cable line is used to carry ____ and cable ____ signals - although in some cases a separate line is installed for Internet access.
Transmitter
A professional certification established by Microsoft that demonstrates in-depth knowledge about Microsoft products.
The main circuit board that controls a computer.
Networking TV


15. When you configure a dialup connection - you identify the ____ of a computer on the other end.
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 physical layout of computers on a network.
A person who uses a computer.
Phone number


16. Data transfer rates are between ____ Mbps (older Ethernet networks) to up to ____ Gbps. 100 and 1000 Mbps are the most common.
IP address
10 10
V.35
A person working on a computer on a different network or in a different geographical location from the LAN's server.


17. Backbone

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18. Satellite networking may have a long ____ (latency) between requests and downloads.
10 10
Delay time
The use of data networks to carry voice (or telephone) - video - and other communications services in addition to data.
1. Physical (such as a wire or cable) 2. Wireless (such as radio waves)


19. Satellite networking is subject to mild atmospheric and ____ conditions (fog or slight wind can disrupt service).
Transmitter
Weather
Wide Area 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.


20. Mail Services
Switches routers
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.
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
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.


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

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22. Ethernet can use ____ and ____ cables.
A computer or other device connected to a network - which has a unique address and is capable of sending or receiving data.
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
Dialup
Copper fiber optic


23. Asset Management

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24. Unified Communications
A way of exchanging data between computers that are not connected on a network.
The centralized management of multiple types of network-based communications - such as voice - video - fax - and messaging services.
Router
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. Address

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26. MAN
Metropolitan Area 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
Switching
A computer or other device connected to a network - which has a unique address and is capable of sending or receiving data.


27. 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.
1000BaseSX
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.
Telephone
The functions of a file server that allow users to share data files - applications - and storage areas.


28. 100BaseFX operates at 100 Mbps over ____ cables.
Fiber optic
Radio waves
The network service that allows printers to be shared by several users on a network.
Copper


29. Restoring
A server that manages the storage and transfer of e-mail messages.
The process of retrieving files from a backup.
The main circuit board that controls a computer.
A person who uses a computer.


30. Client
Telephone
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
1000BaseSX
Dialup


31. ____ networking uses a cable TV connection to create a wide area connection to the Internet.
Copper
Cable
The physical layout of computers on a network.
IP address


32. A ____ provides a central connection for multiple media segments on the same subnet.
Hub
'Network of Networks'
One of several types of specialized devices that allows two or more networks or multiple parts of one network to connect and exchange data.
The software that runs on a server and enables the server to manage data - users - groups - security - applications - and other networking functions.


33. A ____ connects two network segments that have a different subnet address.
Router
Access Server
Bridge
Computing Technology Industry Association


34. Internet
Switches routers
A complex WAN that connects LANs and clients around the globe.
The network service that allows printers to be shared by several users on a network.
Modem (modulator/de-modulator)


35. ____ networking uses a digital mobile phone for Internet access.
Delay time
Hub
Cellular
POTS (plain old telephone service)


36. Satellite networking can be a portable solution for cars or trucks with an attached ____.
Copper fiber optic
The process of automatically transferring a data file or installing a software application from the server to a client on the 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.
Satellite dish


37. Convergence
The use of data networks to carry voice (or telephone) - video - and other communications services in addition to data.
Ethernet
The process of retrieving files from a backup.
V.35


38. There are many DSL standards (such as ADSL - SDSL - and HDSL) - collectively referred to as ____.
Ad hoc
xDSL
Twisted pair
Network Operating System


39. Switches use the ____ address to send frames to the destination device.
A computer that enables resource sharing by other computers on the same network.
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.
MAC
TCP/IP


40. Radio frequency wireless standards are defined by various ____ committees (802.11a - 802.11b - 802.11g - and 802.11n).
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
Phone number
IEEE
Cellular adapter


41. Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)

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42. License Tracking
A specialized server that enables clients to share applications and data across the 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.
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.
A computer that runs a desktop operating system and connects to a network.


43. Wide Area Network (WAN)
The data transmission and processing activity taking place on a computer network at any given time.
A network that spans a long distance and connects two or more LANs.
Switching
Computing Technology Industry Association


44. ____ networking uses radio signals sent and received from a satellite. Satellite networking:
A specialized server that enables clients to share applications and data across the network.
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
Satellite
Switches routers


45. Local Area Network (LAN)
10GBaseT
Hub
A network of computers and other devices that is confined to a relatively small space - such as one building or even one office.
Peer-To-Peer Network.


46. NOS
The process of evaluating security measures currently in place on a network and notifying the network administrator if a security breach occurs.
Network Operating System
A computer that uses applications and data only from its local disks and that is not connected to a network.
Ad hoc


47. Sneakernet
Dialup
A network of computers and other devices that is confined to a relatively small space - such as one building or even one office.
The process of distributing data transfer activity evenly so that no single device is overwhelmed.
A way of exchanging data between computers that are not connected 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.
Cellular
Infrastructure
Switches routers
Twisted pair


49. CCIE

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50. Backing Up
A server that manages the storage and transfer of e-mail messages.
Fiber optic
Splitters
The process of copying critical data files to a secure storage area. Often - _____ are performed according to a formulaic schedule.