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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. ____ is the standard that describes how modems work to send digital data over the analog phone lines.
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Telephone
A server that manages the storage and transfer of e-mail messages.
V.35

2. A ____ creates the signals that are sent along the networking medium.
Network adapter
The process of retrieving files from a backup.
Fiber optic
The means through which data are transmitted and received.

3. ____ provides broadband digital data transmission over existing telephone lines.
Hub
DSL (Digital Subscriber Line)
Medium
The data transmission and processing activity taking place on a computer network at any given time.

4. ____ networking uses radio signals sent and received from a satellite. Satellite networking:
Satellite
TCP/IP
The process of copying critical data files to a secure storage area. Often - _____ are performed according to a formulaic schedule.
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. The term ___ typically describes an adapter that uses a cable medium (such as copper or fiber optic cables).
A discrete unit of information sent from one node on a network to another.
Radio waves
A person working on a computer on a different network or in a different geographical location from the LAN's server.
NIC (network interface card)

6. Routers use the ____ within a packet to move packets between networks.
The data transmission and processing activity taking place on a computer network at any given time.
IP address
The devices - data - and data storage space provided by a computer - whether stand-alone or shared.
Cable

7. A ____ provides a central connection for multiple media segments on the same subnet.
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
Download
Switch
The functions of a file server that allow users to share data files - applications - and storage areas.

8. In an ____ network - a central device called a wireless access point controls communication between devices.
Infrastructure
Medium
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

9. Security Auditing
Copper fiber optic
The process of retrieving files from a backup.
The process of evaluating security measures currently in place on a network and notifying the network administrator if a security breach occurs.
A computer that enables resource sharing by other computers on the same network.

10. User
A person who uses a computer.
Telephone
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.
TCP/IP

11. Cellular networking is a truly mobile solution; you can often be ____ and still have Internet access without manually having to reconnect.
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.
Moving
Wireless
Splitters

12. A ____ converts binary data to an analog signal.
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.
Modem (modulator/de-modulator)
The devices - data - and data storage space provided by a computer - whether stand-alone or shared.
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.

13. Satellite networking is subject to mild atmospheric and ____ conditions (fog or slight wind can disrupt service).
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IP address
Weather
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

14. Traffic
Hub
Switches routers
The data transmission and processing activity taking place on a computer network at any given time.
Local Area Network

15. There are many DSL standards (such as ADSL - SDSL - and HDSL) - collectively referred to as ____.
One of several types of specialized devices that allows two or more networks or multiple parts of one network to connect and exchange data.
xDSL
A network of computers and other devices that is confined to a relatively small space - such as one building or even one office.
Fiber optic

16. DSL divides the telephone line into multiple ____. One for analog voice - while the remainingones are used for digital data.
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.
Switches routers
Networking TV
Channels

17. Motherboard
The network services that centrally administer and simplify complicated management tasks on the network.
The use of data networks to carry voice (or telephone) - video - and other communications services in addition to data.
The network service that allows printers to be shared by several users on a network.
The main circuit board that controls a computer.

18. Ethernet can use ____ and ____ cables.
1. UNIX 2. Linux 3. Microsoft Winders Server 2008 R2
Bridge
Copper fiber optic
Switching

19. A ____ connection uses a modem connected to the phone line to communicate with another host through a wide area connection.
A computer or other device connected to a network - which has a unique address and is capable of sending or receiving data.
Dialup
A person who uses a computer.
The physical layout of computers on a network.

20. Addressing
Network Interface Card
A computer that manages Web site services - such as supplying a Web page to multiple users on demand.
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.
Splitters

21. Local Area Network (LAN)
If original files are lost or deleted.
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 evaluating security measures currently in place on a network and notifying the network administrator if a security breach occurs.
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.

22. Ethernet uses network interface cards - hubs - ____ - and ____ to connect devices.
Switches routers
The process of retrieving files from a backup.
Bridge
1. Physical (such as a wire or cable) 2. Wireless (such as radio waves)

23. Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)

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24. Satellite networking can be a portable solution for cars or trucks with an attached ____.
Data
10 10
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
Satellite dish

25. In what circumstances would 'restoring' of files be needed?
If original files are lost or deleted.
A person who uses a computer.
Moving
A network of computers and other devices that is confined to a relatively small space - such as one building or even one office.

26. An access point with an integrated ____ allows wireless clients to communicate with wired clients on the same network.
Router
Radio waves
Bridge
The functions of a file server that allow users to share data files - applications - and storage areas.

27. You can install a ____ in a notebook computer to provide cellular access.
Network Operating System
Full duplex
Cellular adapter
Hub

28. What's another name for Remote Access Server?
Cell phone
Access Server
A professional certification established by Microsoft that demonstrates in-depth knowledge about Microsoft products.
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.

29. Sneakernet
A number that uniquely identifies each workstation and device on a network. Without unique ' ? ' - computers on the network could not reliably communicate.
Switching
A way of exchanging data between computers that are not connected on a network.
Hub

30. Client / Server Architecture
The functions of a file server that allow users to share data files - applications - and storage areas.
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 network design in which client computers use a centrally administered server to share data - data storage space - and devices.
PSTN

31. 100BaseFX operates at 100 Mbps over ____ cables.
Cable
Fiber optic
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
The devices - data - and data storage space provided by a computer - whether stand-alone or shared.

32. Network
The process of retrieving files from a backup.
Bridge
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.
Satellite

33. How did the term 'Sneakernet' come about?
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 network services that centrally administer and simplify complicated management tasks on the network.
Modem (modulator/de-modulator)
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

34. ____ operates at 10 Gbps over twisted pair cables.
Network adapter
The property of a network that allows you to add nodes or increase its size easily.
10GBaseT
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.

35. Mail Server
Bridge
Splitters
Switch
A server that manages the storage and transfer of e-mail messages.

36. Client
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
Cellular
Fiber optic
Ethernet

37. Data transfer rates are between ____ Mbps (older Ethernet networks) to up to ____ Gbps. 100 and 1000 Mbps are the most common.
10 10
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.
IEEE
If original files are lost or deleted.

38. Wide Area Network (WAN)
'Network of Networks'
Transmitter
A specialized server that enables clients to share applications and data across the network.
A network that spans a long distance and connects two or more LANs.

39. Satellite networking provides nearly ____% global coverage.
Cell phone
One of several types of specialized devices that allows two or more networks or multiple parts of one network to connect and exchange data.
Channels
100

40. File Server
Cell phone
V.35
A specialized server that enables clients to share applications and data across the network.
Modem (modulator/de-modulator)

41. Dialup connections cannot be used for both ____ (phone calls) and ____ at the same time.
Voice data
The software that runs on a server and enables the server to manage data - users - groups - security - applications - and other networking functions.
Half-duplex
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.

42. Management Services
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.
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
Switches routers

43. 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.
The process of evaluating security measures currently in place on a network and notifying the network administrator if a security breach occurs.
Channels
Unsolicited - unwanted e-mail.

44. Backbone

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

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46. Wireless networks use ____ with the air being the transmission medium.
The process of copying critical data files to a secure storage area. Often - _____ are performed according to a formulaic schedule.
Network Operating System
Radio waves
A computer or other device connected to a network - which has a unique address and is capable of sending or receiving data.

47. ____ networking uses a cable TV connection to create a wide area connection to the Internet.
Switch
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.
Cable
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.

48. ____ networking uses a digital mobile phone for Internet access.
The main circuit board that controls a computer.
The means through which data are transmitted and received.
Cellular
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.

49. Phone lines are sometimes referred to as ____.
The software that runs on a server and enables the server to manage data - users - groups - security - applications - and other networking functions.
Router
Switch
POTS (plain old telephone service)

50. Spam
A network of computers and other devices that is confined to a relatively small space - such as one building or even one office.
Subnet
Unsolicited - unwanted e-mail.
Router