Comptia Network Fundamentals

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1. 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.
A computer that manages Web site services - such as supplying a Web page to multiple users on demand.
Bridge
A network design in which client computers use a centrally administered server to share data - data storage space - and devices.
Half-duplex


2. The term ___ typically describes an adapter that uses a cable medium (such as copper or fiber optic cables).
Switches routers
A server that manages the storage and transfer of e-mail messages.
NIC (network interface card)
The process of automatically transferring a data file or installing a software application from the server to a client on the network.


3. Workstation
Cell phone
The process of retrieving files from a backup.
Bridge
A computer that runs a desktop operating system and connects to a network.


4. A ____ provides a central connection for multiple media segments on the same subnet.
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.
Peer-To-Peer Network.
10
Switch


5. What are the 3 most popular networking operating systems?
1. UNIX 2. Linux 3. Microsoft Winders Server 2008 R2
Moving
A network that spans a long distance and connects two or more LANs.
Copper fiber optic


6. A ____ converts binary data to an analog signal.
Phone number
The process of retrieving files from a backup.
1000BaseSX
Modem (modulator/de-modulator)


7. Scalable
The property of a network that allows you to add nodes or increase its size easily.
A professional certification established by Microsoft that demonstrates in-depth knowledge about Microsoft products.
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.
Unsolicited - unwanted e-mail.


8. 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 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 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 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.
Telephone


9. An access point with an integrated ____ allows wireless clients to communicate with wired clients on the same network.
TCP/IP
Bridge
Download
Telephone


10. Satellite networking uses a ____ with an antenna (dish) directed skywards to a satellite.
Telephone
Transmitter
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
The devices - data - and data storage space provided by a computer - whether stand-alone or shared.


11. File Server
The main circuit board that controls a computer.
The network services that centrally administer and simplify complicated management tasks on the network.
A specialized server that enables clients to share applications and data across the network.
MAC


12. Addressing
Cell phone
10GBaseT
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.
Router


13. Backbone

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14. ____ is the most common local area networking standard for wired networks.
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.
Ethernet
Network Operating System
Copper fiber optic


15. 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
A person working on a computer on a different network or in a different geographical location from the LAN's server.
Hub
Cell phone


16. What's another name for Network Interface Card (NIC)?
Network adapter
A server that manages the storage and transfer of e-mail messages.
Infrastructure
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.


17. CompTIA
Computing Technology Industry Association
Cellular adapter
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.
A network of computers and other devices that is confined to a relatively small space - such as one building or even one office.


18. Switches use the ____ address to send frames to the destination device.
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.
Fiber optic
MAC
The process of retrieving files from a backup.


19. Phone lines are sometimes referred to as ____.
POTS (plain old telephone service)
Router
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 process of evaluating security measures currently in place on a network and notifying the network administrator if a security breach occurs.


20. Internet Services
A part of a network. Usually - a ______ is composed of a group of nodes that share the same communications channel for all their traffic.
Peer-To-Peer Network.
10 10
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.


21. Satellite networking provides nearly ____% global coverage.
Local Area Network
100
Weather
'Network of Networks'


22. Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA)
Switches routers
Router
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.
Router


23. Soft Skills
Network adapter
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.
TCP/IP
Modem


24. CCIE

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25. Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)

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26. Radio frequency wireless standards are defined by various ____ committees (802.11a - 802.11b - 802.11g - and 802.11n).
xDSL
A computer that manages Web site services - such as supplying a Web page to multiple users on demand.
IEEE
A computer that uses applications and data only from its local disks and that is not connected to a network.


27. Remote User

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28. Print Services
Switch
Copper fiber optic
Dialup
The network service that allows printers to be shared by several users on a network.


29. A ____ network adapter sends radio waves.
Local Area Network
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
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.


30. Remote Access Server / Access Server
Full duplex
Router
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.
TCP/IP


31. Metropolitan Area Network (MAN)

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32. 100BaseFX operates at 100 Mbps over ____ cables.
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.
V.35
Fiber optic
10 10


33. LAN
Local Area Network
NIC (network interface card)
Fiber optic
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.


34. NIC
Splitters
Satellite dish
Cellular
Network Interface Card


35. Topology
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.
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.
1. UNIX 2. Linux 3. Microsoft Winders Server 2008 R2
The physical layout of computers on a network.


36. You can install a ____ in a notebook computer to provide cellular access.
A person who uses a computer.
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.
Cellular adapter
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.


37. Address Management
Phone number
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 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
Router


38. In an ____ network - two computers communicate directly with each other through their wireless network adapters.
Channels
Ad hoc
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
PSTN


39. Connectivity Device
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 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
The process of distributing data transfer activity evenly so that no single device is overwhelmed.
Hub


40. In what circumstances would 'restoring' of files be needed?
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
The process of automatically transferring a data file or installing a software application from the server to a client on the network.
If original files are lost or deleted.
The data transmission and processing activity taking place on a computer network at any given time.


41. ____ networking uses a digital mobile phone for Internet access.
10GBaseT
Router
Cellular
Full duplex


42. How did the term 'Sneakernet' come about?
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 professional certification established by Microsoft that demonstrates in-depth knowledge about Microsoft products.
Cellular adapter
MAC


43. NOS
Network Interface Card
Network Operating System
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
Splitters


44. Ethernet can use ____ and ____ cables.
1000BaseSX
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 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.
Copper fiber optic


45. 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
The process of distributing data transfer activity evenly so that no single device is overwhelmed.
Network Interface Card
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.


46. Routers maintain a list of known networks and the next ____ in the path to reach the destination network.
Wide Area Network
Router
1. UNIX 2. Linux 3. Microsoft Winders Server 2008 R2
Voice data


47. Hubs operate in ____ mode because the path between devices is shared - meaning that devices can only send when no other devices are sending data.
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.
Half-duplex
A discrete unit of information sent from one node on a network to another.
1. Physical (such as a wire or cable) 2. Wireless (such as radio waves)


48. Traffic Monitoring
1. UNIX 2. Linux 3. Microsoft Winders Server 2008 R2
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.
Local Area Network
A discrete unit of information sent from one node on a network to another.


49. Spam
Network adapter
Unsolicited - unwanted e-mail.
Cable
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.


50. Address

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