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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. License Tracking
A computer that runs a desktop operating system and connects to a network.
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 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
TCP/IP

2. ____ networking uses radio signals sent and received from a satellite. Satellite networking:
Satellite
Bridge
Fiber optic
Network Interface Card

3. You can install a ____ in a notebook computer to provide cellular access.
Hub
Cellular adapter
Access Server
Cisco Certified Network Associate

4. Resources
POTS (plain old telephone service)
1000BaseSX
The devices - data - and data storage space provided by a computer - whether stand-alone or shared.
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.

5. Satellite networking can be a portable solution for cars or trucks with an attached ____.
Cellular
1. License tracking 2. Security Auditing 3. Asset Management 4. Address Management 5. Software Distribution 6. Traffic Monitoring 7. Load Balancing 8. Hardware Diagnosis
Satellite dish
1000BaseSX

6. Backbone

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7. NOS
A computer that uses applications and data only from its local disks and that is not connected to a network.
Wide Area Network
Network Operating System
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

8. Asset Management

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9. Stand-Alone Computer
A computer that uses applications and data only from its local disks and that is not connected to a network.
The process of copying critical data files to a secure storage area. Often - _____ are performed according to a formulaic schedule.
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.
Router

10. Local Area Network (LAN)
A network of computers and other devices that is confined to a relatively small space - such as one building or even one office.
The functions of a file server that allow users to share data files - applications - and storage areas.
A discrete unit of information sent from one node on a network to another.
Wireless

11. Wide Area Network (WAN)
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.
Hub
A network that spans a long distance and connects two or more LANs.
Cable

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

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13. Print Services
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.
Ad hoc
The network service that allows printers to be shared by several users on a network.

14. DSL divides the telephone line into multiple ____. One for analog voice - while the remainingones are used for digital data.
Channels
The process of retrieving files from a backup.
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.
Download

15. Ethernet standards identify the transmission speed and the cable type. The letter T identifies ____ cables; the letters F - S - L - and E are used for fiber optic.
TCP/IP
Splitters
Router
Twisted pair

16. An access point with an integrated ____ allows wireless clients to communicate with wired clients on the same network.
Hub
The physical layout of computers on a 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
Bridge

17. ____ cables use electrical signals.
The network service that allows printers to be shared by several users on a network.
Copper
MAC
A computer that manages Web site services - such as supplying a Web page to multiple users on demand.

18. File Server
Line of sight
Router
IP address
A specialized server that enables clients to share applications and data across the network.

19. The ____ receives a signal on one port - and forwards that signal only to the port where the destination device is connected.
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
Switches routers
A network design in which client computers use a centrally administered server to share data - data storage space - and devices.

20. 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.
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 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
A network that spans a long distance and connects two or more LANs.

21. 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.
A computer that runs a desktop operating system and connects to a network.
Satellite dish
Splitters
Peer-To-Peer Network.

22. Convergence
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.
The use of data networks to carry voice (or telephone) - video - and other communications services in addition to data.
One of several types of specialized devices that allows two or more networks or multiple parts of one network to connect and exchange data.
Hub

23. Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP)
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.
The use of data networks to carry voice (or telephone) - video - and other communications services in addition to data.
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 professional certification established by Microsoft that demonstrates in-depth knowledge about Microsoft products.

24. Topology
Peer-To-Peer Network.
The data transmission and processing activity taking place on a computer network at any given time.
The physical layout of computers on a 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.

25. Packet
The property of a network that allows you to add nodes or increase its size easily.
Metropolitan Area Network
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.

26. P2P Network
Cellular
Bridge
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.
Peer-To-Peer Network.

27. Scalable
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 property of a network that allows you to add nodes or increase its size easily.
Line of sight
100

28. In what circumstances would 'restoring' of files be needed?
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.
If original files are lost or deleted.
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.
A computer or other device connected to a network - which has a unique address and is capable of sending or receiving data.

29. ____ is the standard that describes how modems work to send digital data over the analog phone lines.
V.35
Satellite
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.
The main circuit board that controls a computer.

30. Sneakernet
A way of exchanging data between computers that are not connected on a network.
Cell phone
TCP/IP
Telephone

31. File Services
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.
Hub
The functions of a file server that allow users to share data files - applications - and storage areas.
Cellular adapter

32. ____ provides broadband digital data transmission over existing telephone lines.
A complex WAN that connects LANs and clients around the globe.
The use of data networks to carry voice (or telephone) - video - and other communications services in addition to data.
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.
DSL (Digital Subscriber Line)

33. Backing Up
Channels
The process of copying critical data files to a secure storage area. Often - _____ are performed according to a formulaic schedule.
A number that uniquely identifies each workstation and device on a network. Without unique ' ? ' - computers on the network could not reliably communicate.
Transmitter

34. Dialup connections are available anywhere a dialup ____ line exists.
Half-duplex
Modem (modulator/de-modulator)
Telephone
Hub

35. The networking ____ provides the path for signals to pass between two devices.
Medium
56
Hub
POTS (plain old telephone service)

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
Infrastructure
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.
TCP/IP

37. Radio frequency wireless standards are defined by various ____ committees (802.11a - 802.11b - 802.11g - and 802.11n).
IEEE
Switching
10
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.

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

39. The term ___ typically describes an adapter that uses a cable medium (such as copper or fiber optic cables).
Cell phone
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
NIC (network interface card)
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.

40. Restoring
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
Cable
Delay time
The process of retrieving files from a backup.

41. Client / Server Network
Cell phone
A network of computers and other devices that is confined to a relatively small space - such as one building or even one office.
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.
V.35

42. Ethernet can use ____ and ____ cables.
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
Full duplex
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.
Copper fiber optic

43. User
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.
POTS (plain old telephone service)
10
A person who uses a computer.

44. A ____ converts binary data to an analog signal.
Ad hoc
Modem (modulator/de-modulator)
Splitters
Copper

45. CompTIA
Satellite
xDSL
The data transmission and processing activity taking place on a computer network at any given time.
Computing Technology Industry Association

46. The ____ repeats a signal received on one port out all other ports.
A part of a network. Usually - a ______ is composed of a group of nodes that share the same communications channel for all their traffic.
A computer that enables resource sharing by other computers on the same network.
Hub
Access Server

47. The same cable line is used to carry ____ and cable ____ signals - although in some cases a separate line is installed for Internet access.
Networking TV
The process of distributing data transfer activity evenly so that no single device is overwhelmed.
Subnet
Infrastructure

48. A router has multiple network connections - with each connection being on a different ____.
A discrete unit of information sent from one node on a network to another.
Subnet
Download
Network adapter

49. A ____ creates the signals that are sent along the networking medium.
Network adapter
A network that spans a long distance and connects two or more LANs.
The main circuit board that controls a computer.
The use of data networks to carry voice (or telephone) - video - and other communications services in addition to data.

50. Peer-To-Peer Network
The main circuit board that controls a computer.
Hub
Networking TV
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