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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. Hubs operate in ____ mode because the path between devices is shared - meaning that devices can only send when no other devices are sending data.
Half-duplex
Local Area Network
The process of retrieving files from a backup.
Voice data

2. Server
10 10
Fiber optic
Ethernet
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. LAN
A discrete unit of information sent from one node on a network to another.
Local Area Network
Dialup
V.35

4. 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.
Wireless
Subnet
Bridge
Fiber optic

5. The term ___ typically describes an adapter that uses a cable medium (such as copper or fiber optic cables).
The means through which data are transmitted and received.
1. UNIX 2. Linux 3. Microsoft Winders Server 2008 R2
NIC (network interface card)
Copper fiber optic

6. Ethernet uses network interface cards - hubs - ____ - and ____ to connect devices.
Telephone
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.
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.
Switches routers

7. The networking ____ provides the path for signals to pass between two devices.
A complex WAN that connects LANs and clients around the globe.
IP address
Medium
The means through which data are transmitted and received.

8. There are many DSL standards (such as ADSL - SDSL - and HDSL) - collectively referred to as ____.
Bridge
xDSL
A way of exchanging data between computers that are not connected on a network.
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.

9. Sneakernet
A way of exchanging data between computers that are not connected on a network.
Satellite dish
A network that spans a long distance and connects two or more LANs.
Moving

10. ____ operates at 1000 Mbps (1 Gbps) over fiber optic cables.
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 computer that uses applications and data only from its local disks and that is not connected to a network.
1000BaseSX
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.

11. Packet
NIC (network interface card)
The physical layout of computers on a network.
A computer that enables resource sharing by other computers on the same network.
A discrete unit of information sent from one node on a network to another.

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

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13. Restoring
Switch
A computer that runs a desktop operating system and connects to a network.
The process of retrieving files from a backup.
Switch

14. Mail Server
A network design in which client computers use a centrally administered server to share data - data storage space - and devices.
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 server that manages the storage and transfer of e-mail messages.
1000BaseSX

15. Data transfer rates include 28.8 Kbps - 33.3 Kbps - and ____ Kbps.
56
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
V.35

16. Topology
Medium
The physical layout of computers on a network.
The network services that centrally administer and simplify complicated management tasks on the network.
10GBaseT

17. Wide Area Network (WAN)
The property of a network that allows you to add nodes or increase its size easily.
Cell phone
Wireless
A network that spans a long distance and connects two or more LANs.

18. 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.
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.
Half-duplex
Network Operating System

19. 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 centrally administering a finite number of network addresses for an entire LAN. Usually this task can be accomplished without touching the client workstations.
Radio waves
A network design in which client computers use a centrally administered server to share data - data storage space - and devices.

20. In an ____ network - a central device called a wireless access point controls communication between devices.
A computer or other device connected to a network - which has a unique address and is capable of sending or receiving data.
100
A network that spans a long distance and connects two or more LANs.
Infrastructure

21. Mobile phones with digital ____ plans use cellular calls to connect to the Internet.
A person working on a computer on a different network or in a different geographical location from the LAN's server.
Data
A number that uniquely identifies each workstation and device on a network. Without unique ' ? ' - computers on the network could not reliably communicate.
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.

22. Backing Up
The functions of a file server that allow users to share data files - applications - and storage areas.
The process of copying critical data files to a secure storage area. Often - _____ are performed according to a formulaic schedule.
Fiber optic
Satellite

23. CompTIA
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.
Computing Technology Industry Association
The means through which data are transmitted and received.
Full duplex

24. Internet Services
Radio waves
1. UNIX 2. Linux 3. Microsoft Winders Server 2008 R2
Fiber optic
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.

25. Client / Server Architecture
Subnet
The use of data networks to carry voice (or telephone) - video - and other communications services in addition to data.
Fiber optic
A network design in which client computers use a centrally administered server to share data - data storage space - and devices.

26. Satellite networking can be a portable solution for cars or trucks with an attached ____.
The property of a network that allows you to add nodes or increase its size easily.
Cellular adapter
1000BaseSX
Satellite dish

27. Asset Management

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28. Dialup connections are available anywhere a dialup ____ line exists.
Twisted pair
1. UNIX 2. Linux 3. Microsoft Winders Server 2008 R2
Telephone
A professional certification established by Microsoft that demonstrates in-depth knowledge about Microsoft products.

29. Network
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.
Router
Network adapter
10 10

30. The same cable line is used to carry ____ and cable ____ signals - although in some cases a separate line is installed for Internet access.
Weather
Networking TV
100
The property of a network that allows you to add nodes or increase its size easily.

31. ____ provides broadband digital data transmission over existing telephone lines.
The centralized management of multiple types of network-based communications - such as voice - video - fax - and messaging services.
DSL (Digital Subscriber Line)
Fiber optic
The software that runs on a server and enables the server to manage data - users - groups - security - applications - and other networking functions.

32. Web Server
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 manages Web site services - such as supplying a Web page to multiple users on demand.
A server that manages the storage and transfer of e-mail messages.
Delay time

33. Switches use the ____ address to send frames to the destination device.
The main circuit board that controls a computer.
MAC
100
A person working on a computer on a different network or in a different geographical location from the LAN's server.

34. Network+ (Net+)
The process of distributing data transfer activity evenly so that no single device is overwhelmed.
Channels
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.
Router

35. Remote User

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36. A ____ provides a central connection for multiple media segments on the same subnet.
Router
Hub
Twisted pair
10GBaseT

37. 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.
One of several types of specialized devices that allows two or more networks or multiple parts of one network to connect and exchange data.
Wireless
Switching

38. Client
The data transmission and processing activity taking place on a computer network at any given time.
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 discrete unit of information sent from one node on a network to another.
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.

39. ____ cables use electrical signals.
Copper
A server that manages the storage and transfer of e-mail messages.
Cellular
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.

40. Metropolitan Area Network (MAN)

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41. Satellite networking requires direct ____ (dish placement is crucial).
Satellite
IEEE
Network adapter
Line of sight

42. Radio frequency wireless standards are defined by various ____ committees (802.11a - 802.11b - 802.11g - and 802.11n).
IEEE
Switch
Bridge
Hub

43. Software Distribution
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 process of automatically transferring a data file or installing a software application from the server to a client on the network.
Network adapter
1. Physical (such as a wire or cable) 2. Wireless (such as radio waves)

44. 10BaseT operates at ____ Mbps over twisted pair cables.
10
Hub
Satellite dish
Network Operating System

45. Traffic Monitoring
A network of computers and other devices that is confined to a relatively small space - such as one building or even one office.
Download
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 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.

46. P2P Network
Peer-To-Peer Network.
Bridge
Telephone
Cellular

47. When you configure a dialup connection - you identify the ____ of a computer on the other end.
The network services that centrally administer and simplify complicated management tasks on the network.
Phone number
Voice data
Wide Area Network

48. Peer-To-Peer Network
The process of copying critical data files to a secure storage area. Often - _____ are performed according to a formulaic schedule.
Phone number
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
100

49. How did the term 'Sneakernet' come about?
Switch
A network that spans a long distance and connects two or more LANs.
The means through which data are transmitted and received.
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

50. Management Services
Ethernet
The network services that centrally administer and simplify complicated management tasks on the network.
Network adapter
10GBaseT