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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. 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
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.
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A server that manages the storage and transfer of e-mail messages.

2. License Tracking
Satellite dish
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.
Metropolitan Area Network
A person working on a computer on a different network or in a different geographical location from the LAN's server.

3. CompTIA
Fiber optic
Computing Technology Industry Association
The means through which data are transmitted and received.
A computer that enables resource sharing by other computers on the same network.

4. MAN
Telephone
Metropolitan Area Network
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Networking TV

5. Host
The process of distributing data transfer activity evenly so that no single device is overwhelmed.
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a 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.
A computer that enables resource sharing by other computers on the same network.

6. Client / Server Architecture
Hub
A network design in which client computers use a centrally administered server to share data - data storage space - and devices.
Splitters
A computer that enables resource sharing by other computers on the same network.

7. 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
Line of sight
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Voice data

8. In an ____ network - a central device called a wireless access point controls communication between devices.
A network that spans a long distance and connects two or more LANs.
Infrastructure
Wide Area Network
A computer that manages Web site services - such as supplying a Web page to multiple users on demand.

9. ____ networking uses a digital mobile phone for Internet access.
Half-duplex
Cellular
Cellular adapter
A server that manages the storage and transfer of e-mail messages.

10. With cellular networking - Internet access is limited to areas with ____ coverage.
Cell phone
Satellite dish
The process of distributing data transfer activity evenly so that no single device is overwhelmed.
DSL (Digital Subscriber Line)

11. Mobile phones with digital ____ plans use cellular calls to connect to the Internet.
Data
Router
The process of evaluating security measures currently in place on a network and notifying the network administrator if a security breach occurs.
Cable

12. The same cable line is used to carry ____ and cable ____ signals - although in some cases a separate line is installed for Internet access.
The network service that allows printers to be shared by several users on a network.
The process of retrieving files from a backup.
Satellite
Networking TV

13. Network Operating System (NOS)
Computing Technology Industry Association
The software that runs on a server and enables the server to manage data - users - groups - security - applications - and other networking functions.
Modem (modulator/de-modulator)
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.

14. Certification
Wide Area Network
Satellite dish
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 person working on a computer on a different network or in a different geographical location from the LAN's server.

15. Spam
Network Operating System
Unsolicited - unwanted e-mail.
A computer that runs a desktop operating system and connects to a network.
Modem

16. A ____ provides a central connection for multiple media segments on the same subnet.
The main circuit board that controls a computer.
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
Hub
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.

17. Remote User

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18. Sneakernet
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.
1. Physical (such as a wire or cable) 2. Wireless (such as radio waves)
IP address
A way of exchanging data between computers that are not connected on a network.

19. Internet Services
Phone number
Weather
Hub
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.

20. Stand-Alone Computer
Router
Moving
A computer that uses applications and data only from its local disks and that is not connected to a network.
Delay time

21. Software Distribution
The process of automatically transferring a data file or installing a software application from the server to a client on the network.
The network service that allows printers to be shared by several users on a network.
TCP/IP
Unsolicited - unwanted e-mail.

22. Wireless networks use ____ with the air being the transmission medium.
Medium
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
Radio waves
1. Physical (such as a wire or cable) 2. Wireless (such as radio waves)

23. Scalable
Voice data
The property of a network that allows you to add nodes or increase its size easily.
10
A number that uniquely identifies each workstation and device on a network. Without unique ' ? ' - computers on the network could not reliably communicate.

24. In an ____ network - two computers communicate directly with each other through their wireless network adapters.
The main circuit board that controls a computer.
A way of exchanging data between computers that are not connected on a network.
Ad hoc
Twisted pair

25. Data transfer rates are between ____ Mbps (older Ethernet networks) to up to ____ Gbps. 100 and 1000 Mbps are the most common.
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.
Access Server
The physical layout of computers on a network.
10 10

26. Node
Cisco Certified Network Associate
MAC
A computer or other device connected to a network - which has a unique address and is capable of sending or receiving data.
A computer that manages Web site services - such as supplying a Web page to multiple users on demand.

27. You can install a ____ in a notebook computer to provide cellular access.
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.
Ad hoc
Cellular adapter
Cisco Certified Network Associate

28. Satellite networking is subject to mild atmospheric and ____ conditions (fog or slight wind can disrupt service).
Delay time
Weather
10GBaseT
A complex WAN that connects LANs and clients around the globe.

29. 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
IP address
Bridge
A person who uses a computer.

30. CCNA
Router
Cisco Certified Network Associate
Bridge
Transmitter

31. Address

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32. Network+ (Net+)
Weather
Transmitter
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 centrally administering a finite number of network addresses for an entire LAN. Usually this task can be accomplished without touching the client workstations.

33. Satellite networking may have a long ____ (latency) between requests and downloads.
Cell phone
Delay time
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.

34. Convergence
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 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.
Bridge
The use of data networks to carry voice (or telephone) - video - and other communications services in addition to data.

35. The ____ repeats a signal received on one port out all other ports.
A discrete unit of information sent from one node on a network to another.
Local Area Network
Hub
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36. Server
Copper
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.
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
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.

37. Topology
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.
The physical layout of computers on a network.
The process of copying critical data files to a secure storage area. Often - _____ are performed according to a formulaic schedule.

38. Transmission Media
Wide Area Network
Modem
Router
The means through which data are transmitted and received.

39. 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
1000BaseSX
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.
Medium

40. Ethernet can use ____ and ____ cables.
Hub
A number that uniquely identifies each workstation and device on a network. Without unique ' ? ' - computers on the network could not reliably communicate.
A computer that enables resource sharing by other computers on the same network.
Copper fiber optic

41. Address Management
Fiber optic
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.
Delay time
Dialup

42. File Server
Ad hoc
Copper fiber optic
The functions of a file server that allow users to share data files - applications - and storage areas.
A specialized server that enables clients to share applications and data across the network.

43. Management Services
The network services that centrally administer and simplify complicated management tasks on the network.
Satellite
Infrastructure
Hub

44. What are the 3 most popular networking operating systems?
The process of copying critical data files to a secure storage area. Often - _____ are performed according to a formulaic schedule.
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.
1. UNIX 2. Linux 3. Microsoft Winders Server 2008 R2
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.

45. A router has multiple network connections - with each connection being on a different ____.
Switch
Subnet
Channels
Medium

46. 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.
Cellular adapter
Splitters
Switches routers
Telephone

47. Switches use the ____ address to send frames to the destination device.
A server that manages the storage and transfer of e-mail messages.
The main circuit board that controls a computer.
The functions of a file server that allow users to share data files - applications - and storage areas.
MAC

48. P2P Network
Peer-To-Peer Network.
Computing Technology Industry Association
Wide Area Network
1. UNIX 2. Linux 3. Microsoft Winders Server 2008 R2

49. Data transfer rates include 28.8 Kbps - 33.3 Kbps - and ____ Kbps.
Wide Area Network
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Cellular
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.

50. A ____ provides a central connection for multiple media segments on the same subnet.
A discrete unit of information sent from one node on a network to another.
Switch
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Cell phone