Comptia Network Fundamentals

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1. A cable ____ (router) connects the computer to the cable network for sending networking signals.
The property of a network that allows you to add nodes or increase its size easily.
Download
Bridge
Modem


2. ____ cables use light pulses.
The process of evaluating security measures currently in place on a network and notifying the network administrator if a security breach occurs.
Wireless
Fiber optic
IP address


3. ____ operates at 1000 Mbps (1 Gbps) over fiber optic cables.
1000BaseSX
Dialup
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 network services that centrally administer and simplify complicated management tasks on the network.


4. A router has multiple network connections - with each connection being on a different ____.
Bridge
Subnet
100
Switch


5. Routers use the ____ within a packet to move packets between networks.
The use of data networks to carry voice (or telephone) - video - and other communications services in addition to data.
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
Cable
IP address


6. Data transfer rates include 28.8 Kbps - 33.3 Kbps - and ____ Kbps.
The physical layout of computers on a network.
56
Half-duplex
A complex WAN that connects LANs and clients around the globe.


7. Backing Up
The property of a network that allows you to add nodes or increase its size easily.
The process of distributing data transfer activity evenly so that no single device is overwhelmed.
Modem (modulator/de-modulator)
The process of copying critical data files to a secure storage area. Often - _____ are performed according to a formulaic schedule.


8. Packet
Satellite dish
A discrete unit of information sent from one node on a network to another.
Network adapter
Voice data


9. Routers maintain a list of known networks and the next ____ in the path to reach the destination network.
A computer that manages Web site services - such as supplying a Web page to multiple users on demand.
Full duplex
Router
The network services that centrally administer and simplify complicated management tasks on the network.


10. Some satellite Internet access solutions are limited to ____ only. Another solution - such as dialup - is required to provide upload capabilities.
Half-duplex
Download
Cellular
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.


11. A ____ provides a central connection for multiple media segments on the same subnet.
Switch
A person working on a computer on a different network or in a different geographical location from the LAN's server.
Ad hoc
Twisted pair


12. ____ cables use electrical signals.
The devices - data - and data storage space provided by a computer - whether stand-alone or shared.
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.
Copper
Fiber optic


13. Satellite networking uses a ____ with an antenna (dish) directed skywards to a satellite.
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 complex WAN that connects LANs and clients around the globe.
Transmitter


14. Workstation
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.
Transmitter
A person who uses a computer.


15. Convergence
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
Access Server
A network that spans a long distance and connects two or more LANs.
The use of data networks to carry voice (or telephone) - video - and other communications services in addition to data.


16. Management Services
10 10
Full duplex
10
The network services that centrally administer and simplify complicated management tasks on the network.


17. Depending on the type of DSL used - you can use the same line for simultaneous voice and data. Special ____ help prevent the voice data from interfering with the digital data.
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.
Switch
Splitters
PSTN


18. Address

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19. Data transfer rates are between ____ Mbps (older Ethernet networks) to up to ____ Gbps. 100 and 1000 Mbps are the most common.
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
10 10
Switching
Transmitter


20. CCIE

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21. The term ___ typically describes an adapter that uses a cable medium (such as copper or fiber optic cables).
A professional certification established by Microsoft that demonstrates in-depth knowledge about Microsoft products.
1. Physical (such as a wire or cable) 2. Wireless (such as radio waves)
NIC (network interface card)
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.


22. File Server
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.
A specialized server that enables clients to share applications and data across the network.
A network of computers and other devices that is confined to a relatively small space - such as one building or even one office.
Switches routers


23. What are the 3 most popular networking operating systems?
Copper
The software that runs on a server and enables the server to manage data - users - groups - security - applications - and other networking functions.
Phone number
1. UNIX 2. Linux 3. Microsoft Winders Server 2008 R2


24. Satellite networking provides nearly ____% global coverage.
10GBaseT
The means through which data are transmitted and received.
Switch
100


25. 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.
Bridge
Router
Telephone
A specialized server that enables clients to share applications and data across the network.


26. In an ____ network - two computers communicate directly with each other through their wireless network adapters.
Ad hoc
A network design in which client computers use a centrally administered server to share data - data storage space - and devices.
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
1. License tracking 2. Security Auditing 3. Asset Management 4. Address Management 5. Software Distribution 6. Traffic Monitoring 7. Load Balancing 8. Hardware Diagnosis


27. Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP)
A network of computers and other devices that is confined to a relatively small space - such as one building or even one office.
Delay time
A professional certification established by Microsoft that demonstrates in-depth knowledge about Microsoft products.
Router


28. NOS
Switches routers
Voice data
Network Operating System
A computer that enables resource sharing by other computers on the same network.


29. Motherboard
Phone number
The functions of a file server that allow users to share data files - applications - and storage areas.
Wireless
The main circuit board that controls a computer.


30. Restoring
The process of retrieving files from a backup.
Cell phone
Subnet
One of several types of specialized devices that allows two or more networks or multiple parts of one network to connect and exchange data.


31. With cellular networking - Internet access is limited to areas with ____ coverage.
Cisco Certified Network Associate
Unsolicited - unwanted e-mail.
10 10
Cell phone


32. Metropolitan Area Network (MAN)

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33. Backbone

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34. ____ networking uses a digital mobile phone for Internet access.
Wide Area Network
The process of automatically transferring a data file or installing a software application from the server to a client on the network.
Peer-To-Peer Network.
Cellular


35. Satellite networking can be a portable solution for cars or trucks with an attached ____.
'Network of Networks'
Satellite dish
A computer that uses applications and data only from its local disks and that is not connected to a network.
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.


36. Remote User

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37. Traffic Monitoring
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
Switch
Bridge


38. The same cable line is used to carry ____ and cable ____ signals - although in some cases a separate line is installed for Internet access.
Satellite
Networking TV
Wide Area Network
The centralized management of multiple types of network-based communications - such as voice - video - fax - and messaging services.


39. Client
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.
Twisted pair
Network adapter
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


40. In what circumstances would 'restoring' of files be needed?
If original files are lost or deleted.
POTS (plain old telephone service)
TCP/IP
The process of evaluating security measures currently in place on a network and notifying the network administrator if a security breach occurs.


41. Certification
Computing Technology Industry Association
A computer that enables resource sharing by other computers on the same network.
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 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.


42. Sneakernet
The process of automatically transferring a data file or installing a software application from the server to a client on the network.
A way of exchanging data between computers that are not connected on a network.
Switching
Telephone


43. Radio frequency wireless standards are defined by various ____ committees (802.11a - 802.11b - 802.11g - and 802.11n).
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.
The network services that centrally administer and simplify complicated management tasks on the network.
Twisted pair
IEEE


44. An access point with an integrated ____ allows wireless clients to communicate with wired clients on the same network.
A computer or other device connected to a network - which has a unique address and is capable of sending or receiving data.
Bridge
A person who uses a computer.
A number that uniquely identifies each workstation and device on a network. Without unique ' ? ' - computers on the network could not reliably communicate.


45. A ____ connection uses a modem connected to the phone line to communicate with another host through a wide area connection.
Dialup
Channels
Networking TV
Network adapter


46. LAN
A part of a network. Usually - a ______ is composed of a group of nodes that share the same communications channel for all their traffic.
Modem
Ad hoc
Local Area Network


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

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48. Web Server
Router
TCP/IP
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.
A computer that manages Web site services - such as supplying a Web page to multiple users on demand.


49. Print Services
The network service that allows printers to be shared by several users on a 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
Network Operating System
Cell phone


50. Satellite networking may have a long ____ (latency) between requests and downloads.
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.
Delay time
The network service that allows printers to be shared by several users on a network.
Bridge