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Comptia Network Fundamentals

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1. Client / Server 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.
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.
Full duplex

2. ____ operates at 10 Gbps over twisted pair cables.
Wireless
10GBaseT
Network Interface Card
Satellite dish

3. Local Area Network (LAN)
Channels
Modem (modulator/de-modulator)
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 of computers and other devices that is confined to a relatively small space - such as one building or even one office.

4. LAN
Twisted pair
The use of data networks to carry voice (or telephone) - video - and other communications services in addition to data.
Local Area Network
Satellite

5. License Tracking
Network Interface Card
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.
Modem
A part of a network. Usually - a ______ is composed of a group of nodes that share the same communications channel for all their traffic.

6. Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA)
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.
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.
Switch
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.

7. WAN
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
Switch
Wide Area Network
Phone number

8. Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)

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9. Satellite networking uses a ____ with an antenna (dish) directed skywards to a satellite.
Transmitter
Switching
Cell phone
Router

10. Segment
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.
PSTN
A part of a network. Usually - a ______ is composed of a group of nodes that share the same communications channel for all their traffic.
TCP/IP

11. Load Balancing
Cable
Ethernet
10
The process of distributing data transfer activity evenly so that no single device is overwhelmed.

12. Packet
Splitters
Router
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 discrete unit of information sent from one node on a network to another.

13. Traffic
Network adapter
A computer that runs a desktop operating system and connects to a network.
The data transmission and processing activity taking place on a computer network at any given time.
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.

14. Wide Area Network (WAN)
10 10
Phone number
A network that spans a long distance and connects two or more LANs.
1. Physical (such as a wire or cable) 2. Wireless (such as radio waves)

15. The networking ____ provides the path for signals to pass between two devices.
Medium
Switch
A discrete unit of information sent from one node on a network to another.
Network Operating System

16. Regardless of the physical method used to create the network and to send signals between devices - all devices will also implement ____ to communicate on the Internet and is implemented on top of - or in addition to - the standards that define how th
TCP/IP
The physical layout of computers on a network.
Data
Cisco Certified Network Associate

17. P2P Network
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.
Local Area Network
Peer-To-Peer Network.
A computer or other device connected to a network - which has a unique address and is capable of sending or receiving data.

18. ____ networking uses radio signals sent and received from a satellite. Satellite networking:
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 process of copying critical data files to a secure storage area. Often - _____ are performed according to a formulaic schedule.
Networking TV
Satellite

19. Remote Access Server
Splitters
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.
The process of copying critical data files to a secure storage area. Often - _____ are performed according to a formulaic schedule.
The process of automatically transferring a data file or installing a software application from the server to a client on the network.

20. ____ provides broadband digital data transmission over existing telephone lines.
DSL (Digital Subscriber Line)
IEEE
'Network of Networks'
A person working on a computer on a different network or in a different geographical location from the LAN's server.

21. Client / Server Architecture
Dialup
Bridge
Ad hoc
A network design in which client computers use a centrally administered server to share data - data storage space - and devices.

22. File Services
The functions of a file server that allow users to share data files - applications - and storage areas.
Local Area Network
The process of distributing data transfer activity evenly so that no single device is overwhelmed.
A specialized server that enables clients to share applications and data across the network.

23. What's another name for Remote Access Server?
Wireless
Access Server
A part of a network. Usually - a ______ is composed of a group of nodes that share the same communications channel for all their traffic.
Infrastructure

24. Give 8 Examples of Management Services
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. License tracking 2. Security Auditing 3. Asset Management 4. Address Management 5. Software Distribution 6. Traffic Monitoring 7. Load Balancing 8. Hardware Diagnosis
If original files are lost or deleted.
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.

25. Scalable
Delay time
A network design in which client computers use a centrally administered server to share data - data storage space - and devices.
Cellular
The property of a network that allows you to add nodes or increase its size easily.

26. CCNA
Cisco Certified Network Associate
Line of sight
Half-duplex
Cellular

27. Satellite networking is subject to mild atmospheric and ____ conditions (fog or slight wind can disrupt service).
Weather
The use of data networks to carry voice (or telephone) - video - and other communications services in addition to data.
Data
A part of a network. Usually - a ______ is composed of a group of nodes that share the same communications channel for all their traffic.

28. ____ is the most common local area networking standard for wired networks.
Ethernet
Router
The physical layout of computers on a network.
A computer that runs a desktop operating system and connects to a network.

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

30. Workstation
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.
Phone number
A computer that runs a desktop operating system and connects to a network.
Wireless

31. ____ networking uses a cable TV connection to create a wide area connection to the Internet.
Cable
Subnet
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
IEEE

32. Dialup connections are available anywhere a dialup ____ line exists.
1000BaseSX
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
Telephone
The centralized management of multiple types of network-based communications - such as voice - video - fax - and messaging services.

33. Soft Skills
Hub
A server that manages the storage and transfer of e-mail messages.
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.
The functions of a file server that allow users to share data files - applications - and storage areas.

34. Mail Server
A professional certification established by Microsoft that demonstrates in-depth knowledge about Microsoft products.
A server that manages the storage and transfer of e-mail messages.
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 person working on a computer on a different network or in a different geographical location from the LAN's server.

35. You can install a ____ in a notebook computer to provide cellular access.
10 10
A computer that runs a desktop operating system and connects to a network.
Cellular adapter
Hub

36. Traffic Monitoring
Switching
Line of sight
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.
Modem (modulator/de-modulator)

37. Client
Switching
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
Fiber optic
Computing Technology Industry Association

38. Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP)
V.35
A professional certification established by Microsoft that demonstrates in-depth knowledge about Microsoft products.
Network adapter
Twisted pair

39. A ____ provides a central connection for multiple media segments on the same subnet.
Switch
1000BaseSX
The software that runs on a server and enables the server to manage data - users - groups - security - applications - and other networking functions.
IP address

40. A ____ provides a central connection for multiple media segments on the same subnet.
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.
Infrastructure
Hub
Cellular adapter

41. 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 network services that centrally administer and simplify complicated management tasks on the network.
The software that runs on a server and enables the server to manage data - users - groups - security - applications - and other networking functions.
Telephone
Access Server

42. Resources
Radio waves
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.
The devices - data - and data storage space provided by a computer - whether stand-alone or shared.
The software that runs on a server and enables the server to manage data - users - groups - security - applications - and other networking functions.

43. Satellite networking may have a long ____ (latency) between requests and downloads.
100
A way of exchanging data between computers that are not connected on a network.
Delay time
A number that uniquely identifies each workstation and device on a network. Without unique ' ? ' - computers on the network could not reliably communicate.

44. Web Server
Delay time
Modem
A computer that manages Web site services - such as supplying a Web page to multiple users on demand.
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.

45. ____ cables use light pulses.
'Network of Networks'
Fiber optic
POTS (plain old telephone service)
A computer that enables resource sharing by other computers on the same network.

46. Security Auditing
The process of evaluating security measures currently in place on a network and notifying the network administrator if a security breach occurs.
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
Wide Area Network

47. An access point with an integrated ____ allows wireless clients to communicate with hosts on different networks (such as the Internet).
The functions of a file server that allow users to share data files - applications - and storage areas.
Computing Technology Industry Association
Router
A computer that manages Web site services - such as supplying a Web page to multiple users on demand.

48. The term ___ typically describes an adapter that uses a cable medium (such as copper or fiber optic cables).
10 10
NIC (network interface card)
Hub
The network services that centrally administer and simplify complicated management tasks on the network.

49. Restoring
Router
The process of retrieving files from a backup.
1. Physical (such as a wire or cable) 2. Wireless (such as radio waves)
Satellite dish

50. Connectivity Device
V.35
Network Interface Card
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

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