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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. Host
NIC (network interface card)
Line of sight
100
A computer that enables resource sharing by other computers on the same network.

2. Network Operating System (NOS)
Router
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.
Cable
The software that runs on a server and enables the server to manage data - users - groups - security - applications - and other networking functions.

3. A ____ connects two network segments that have a different subnet address.
Router
A professional certification established by Microsoft that demonstrates in-depth knowledge about Microsoft products.
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.
The process of distributing data transfer activity evenly so that no single device is overwhelmed.

4. 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
Radio waves
A professional certification established by Microsoft that demonstrates in-depth knowledge about Microsoft products.
Full duplex

5. ____ provides broadband digital data transmission over existing telephone lines.
Telephone
Cable
DSL (Digital Subscriber Line)
The software that runs on a server and enables the server to manage data - users - groups - security - applications - and other networking functions.

6. Traffic Monitoring
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.
Switch
Hub
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.

7. In an ____ network - a central device called a wireless access point controls communication between devices.
The functions of a file server that allow users to share data files - applications - and storage areas.
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
Infrastructure
Network Operating System

8. 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
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.
The software that runs on a server and enables the server to manage data - users - groups - security - applications - and other networking functions.
A discrete unit of information sent from one node on a network to another.

9. CCNA
IP address
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.
Cisco Certified Network Associate
Hub

10. Node
A computer or other device connected to a network - which has a unique address and is capable of sending or receiving data.
IP address
The centralized management of multiple types of network-based communications - such as voice - video - fax - and messaging services.
The functions of a file server that allow users to share data files - applications - and storage areas.

11. 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
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
A person who uses a computer.
Cable

12. What are the 2 forms of 'Transmission Media'?
Telephone
'Network of Networks'
1. Physical (such as a wire or cable) 2. Wireless (such as radio waves)
Radio waves

13. ____ operates at 10 Gbps over twisted pair cables.
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.
A computer that runs a desktop operating system and connects to a network.
10GBaseT
Channels

14. The ____ receives a signal on one port - and forwards that signal only to the port where the destination device is connected.
The means through which data are transmitted and received.
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
Switch
A computer that enables resource sharing by other computers on the same network.

15. Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP)
Radio waves
A computer that enables resource sharing by other computers on the same network.
A professional certification established by Microsoft that demonstrates in-depth knowledge about Microsoft products.
56

16. A cable ____ (router) connects the computer to the cable network for sending networking signals.
Fiber optic
Wireless
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
Modem

17. Print Services
Peer-To-Peer Network.
The network service that allows printers to be shared by several users on a network.
1. License tracking 2. Security Auditing 3. Asset Management 4. Address Management 5. Software Distribution 6. Traffic Monitoring 7. Load Balancing 8. Hardware Diagnosis
Switching

18. An access point with an integrated ____ allows wireless clients to communicate with wired clients on the same network.
A network design in which client computers use a centrally administered server to share data - data storage space - and devices.
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.
Bridge
TCP/IP

19. Network+ (Net+)
Channels
xDSL
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.
Telephone

20. ____ is the standard that describes how modems work to send digital data over the analog phone lines.
Copper
A network that spans a long distance and connects two or more LANs.
V.35
A way of exchanging data between computers that are not connected on a network.

21. Local Area Network (LAN)
The process of automatically transferring a data file or installing a software application from the server to a client on the network.
A network that spans a long distance and connects two or more LANs.
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 network of computers and other devices that is confined to a relatively small space - such as one building or even one office.

22. File Services
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.
Cell phone
The functions of a file server that allow users to share data files - applications - and storage areas.
The means through which data are transmitted and received.

23. Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA)
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.
A number that uniquely identifies each workstation and device on a network. Without unique ' ? ' - computers on the network could not reliably communicate.
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.
Bridge

24. What are the 3 most popular networking operating systems?
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.
1. UNIX 2. Linux 3. Microsoft Winders Server 2008 R2
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.

25. A ____ network adapter sends radio waves.
V.35
Twisted pair
Wireless
Radio waves

26. Soft Skills
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
If original files are lost or deleted.
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.
Satellite

27. Backbone

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28. A ____ converts binary data to an analog signal.
Modem (modulator/de-modulator)
The process of distributing data transfer activity evenly so that no single device is overwhelmed.
Bridge
Cable

29. Address Management
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.
Switch
The network service that allows printers to be shared by several users 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.

30. A ____ connection uses a modem connected to the phone line to communicate with another host through a wide area connection.
Splitters
Satellite dish
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.
Dialup

31. Ethernet can use ____ and ____ cables.
Copper fiber optic
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 process of distributing data transfer activity evenly so that no single device is overwhelmed.
Cellular

32. Wireless networks use ____ with the air being the transmission medium.
Copper fiber optic
Radio waves
A complex WAN that connects LANs and clients around the globe.
A computer that runs a desktop operating system and connects to a network.

33. MAN
Metropolitan Area Network
Transmitter
Dialup
'Network of Networks'

34. File Server
Network Interface Card
Ad hoc
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 specialized server that enables clients to share applications and data across the network.

35. A ____ provides a central connection for multiple media segments on the same subnet.
Hub
Transmitter
The means through which data are transmitted and received.
The process of automatically transferring a data file or installing a software application from the server to a client on the network.

36. The same cable line is used to carry ____ and cable ____ signals - although in some cases a separate line is installed for Internet access.
'Network of Networks'
Networking TV
Bridge
Router

37. Satellite networking can be a portable solution for cars or trucks with an attached ____.
Data
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.
Satellite dish
Ad hoc

38. Motherboard
Cellular
xDSL
Download
The main circuit board that controls a computer.

39. Routers use the ____ within a packet to move packets between networks.
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
Moving
The means through which data are transmitted and received.
IP address

40. Convergence
The use of data networks to carry voice (or telephone) - video - and other communications services in addition to data.
Satellite dish
xDSL
Half-duplex

41. Address

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42. In what circumstances would 'restoring' of files be needed?
10 10
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
Moving
If original files are lost or deleted.

43. An access point with an integrated ____ allows wireless clients to communicate with hosts on different networks (such as the Internet).
IEEE
Wide Area Network
Router
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.

44. Satellite networking requires direct ____ (dish placement is crucial).
The centralized management of multiple types of network-based communications - such as voice - video - fax - and messaging services.
Line of sight
Hub
MAC

45. The networking ____ provides the path for signals to pass between two devices.
Cellular adapter
The network services that centrally administer and simplify complicated management tasks on the network.
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
Medium

46. Security Auditing
A computer or other device connected to a network - which has a unique address and is capable of sending or receiving 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.
The process of evaluating security measures currently in place on a network and notifying the network administrator if a security breach occurs.
The centralized management of multiple types of network-based communications - such as voice - video - fax - and messaging services.

47. Spam
Twisted pair
Unsolicited - unwanted e-mail.
1000BaseSX
MAC

48. Resources
xDSL
Copper
The devices - data - and data storage space provided by a computer - whether stand-alone or shared.
Full duplex

49. ____ cables use light pulses.
Fiber optic
Switch
Peer-To-Peer Network.
'Network of Networks'

50. Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)

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