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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. 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 data transmission and processing activity taking place on a computer network at any given time.
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
Network adapter
Telephone

2. ____ is the standard that describes how modems work to send digital data over the analog phone lines.
xDSL
A person who uses a computer.
V.35
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

3. Dialup connections are available anywhere a dialup ____ line exists.
A discrete unit of information sent from one node on a network to another.
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.
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.
Telephone

4. CCNA
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.
Telephone
Cisco Certified Network Associate
A computer that uses applications and data only from its local disks and that is not connected to a network.

5. DSL divides the telephone line into multiple ____. One for analog voice - while the remainingones are used for digital data.
Wireless
Channels
Switch
A discrete unit of information sent from one node on a network to another.

6. Load Balancing
Fiber optic
The devices - data - and data storage space provided by a computer - whether stand-alone or shared.
The process of distributing data transfer activity evenly so that no single device is overwhelmed.
Satellite dish

7. ____ provides broadband digital data transmission over existing telephone lines.
The functions of a file server that allow users to share data files - applications - and storage areas.
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.
DSL (Digital Subscriber Line)
The centralized management of multiple types of network-based communications - such as voice - video - fax - and messaging services.

8. Web Server
A computer that manages Web site services - such as supplying a Web page to multiple users on demand.
Wireless
Splitters
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.

9. Protocol
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.
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 dish
1. UNIX 2. Linux 3. Microsoft Winders Server 2008 R2

10. Restoring
The process of retrieving files from a backup.
A number that uniquely identifies each workstation and device on a network. Without unique ' ? ' - computers on the network could not reliably communicate.
Delay time
Ethernet

11. Local Area Network (LAN)
Full duplex
Switch
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.
A network of computers and other devices that is confined to a relatively small space - such as one building or even one office.

12. When you configure a dialup connection - you identify the ____ of a computer on the other end.
Phone number
Wide Area Network
A number that uniquely identifies each workstation and device on a network. Without unique ' ? ' - computers on the network could not reliably communicate.
Delay time

13. Address Management
A way of exchanging data between computers that are not connected on a network.
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 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

14. Satellite networking may have a long ____ (latency) between requests and downloads.
The devices - data - and data storage space provided by a computer - whether stand-alone or shared.
10
Wide Area Network
Delay time

15. ____ is the most common local area networking standard for wired networks.
Ethernet
The process of retrieving files from a backup.
Hub
Telephone

16. What's another name for Remote Access Server?
Bridge
The process of distributing data transfer activity evenly so that no single device is overwhelmed.
Access Server
If original files are lost or deleted.

17. Transmission Media
TCP/IP
If original files are lost or deleted.
The means through which data are transmitted and received.
Satellite

18. Peer-To-Peer Network
Network Interface Card
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
Networking TV
Hub

19. In an ____ network - two computers communicate directly with each other through their wireless network adapters.
Unsolicited - unwanted e-mail.
Ad hoc
The centralized management of multiple types of network-based communications - such as voice - video - fax - and messaging services.
10GBaseT

20. Client / Server Architecture
A network design in which client computers use a centrally administered server to share data - data storage space - and devices.
Infrastructure
The physical layout of computers on a network.
Full duplex

21. Security Auditing
The process of evaluating security measures currently in place on a network and notifying the network administrator if a security breach occurs.
Switching
Local Area Network
Modem (modulator/de-modulator)

22. 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
Cable
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.

23. A router has multiple network connections - with each connection being on a different ____.
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.
Subnet
PSTN
A professional certification established by Microsoft that demonstrates in-depth knowledge about Microsoft products.

24. CCIE

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25. In an ____ network - a central device called a wireless access point controls communication between devices.
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.
Bridge
Infrastructure
The physical layout of computers on a network.

26. Switches use the ____ address to send frames to the destination device.
Ad hoc
Telephone
MAC
1. UNIX 2. Linux 3. Microsoft Winders Server 2008 R2

27. Mobile phones with digital ____ plans use cellular calls to connect to the Internet.
Dialup
Data
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.
DSL (Digital Subscriber Line)

28. Asset Management

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29. Motherboard
The main circuit board that controls a computer.
A computer that uses applications and data only from its local disks and that is not connected to a network.
Wireless
Subnet

30. Satellite networking is subject to mild atmospheric and ____ conditions (fog or slight wind can disrupt service).
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.
Networking TV
10
Weather

31. The ____ receives a signal on one port - and forwards that signal only to the port where the destination device is connected.
Switch
The main circuit board that controls a computer.
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.
Twisted pair

32. Stand-Alone Computer
TCP/IP
A computer that uses applications and data only from its local disks and that is not connected to a network.
POTS (plain old telephone service)
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

33. Workstation
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.
The software that runs on a server and enables the server to manage data - users - groups - security - applications - and other networking functions.
A computer that runs a desktop operating system and connects to a network.
Channels

34. Data transfer rates include 28.8 Kbps - 33.3 Kbps - and ____ Kbps.
56
Hub
Switch
MAC

35. Backbone

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36. Network+ (Net+)
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.
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.
Wireless

37. An access point with an integrated ____ allows wireless clients to communicate with wired clients on the same network.
A person who uses a computer.
The main circuit board that controls a computer.
Download
Bridge

38. LAN
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 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
A network design in which client computers use a centrally administered server to share data - data storage space - and devices.
Local Area Network

39. ____ cables use electrical signals.
Copper
A network of computers and other devices that is confined to a relatively small space - such as one building or even one office.
Dialup
TCP/IP

40. Mail Server
A server that manages the storage and transfer of e-mail messages.
Line of sight
Switching
Infrastructure

41. Data transfer rates are between ____ Mbps (older Ethernet networks) to up to ____ Gbps. 100 and 1000 Mbps are the most common.
Bridge
Network adapter
10 10
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

42. Routers use the ____ within a packet to move packets between networks.
IP address
IEEE
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.
Cellular adapter

43. Remote Access Server
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.
Fiber optic
The devices - data - and data storage space provided by a computer - whether stand-alone or shared.
Download

44. Server
Network Interface Card
'Network of Networks'
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
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.

45. ____ networking uses a digital mobile phone for Internet access.
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.
Cellular
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 server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.

46. Soft Skills
Network Interface Card
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.
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 network services that centrally administer and simplify complicated management tasks on the network.

47. Certification
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.
The process of retrieving files from a backup.
V.35
1. License tracking 2. Security Auditing 3. Asset Management 4. Address Management 5. Software Distribution 6. Traffic Monitoring 7. Load Balancing 8. Hardware Diagnosis

48. Segment
Full duplex
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 property of a network that allows you to add nodes or increase its size easily.
Dialup

49. DSL is not available to every location; the end location must be within a fixed distance of telephone ____ equipment.
Router
Switching
A part of a network. Usually - a ______ is composed of a group of nodes that share the same communications channel for all their traffic.
Router

50. ____ networking uses radio signals sent and received from a satellite. Satellite networking:
The process of evaluating security measures currently in place on a network and notifying the network administrator if a security breach occurs.
Delay time
Satellite
Bridge