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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. Satellite networking is subject to mild atmospheric and ____ conditions (fog or slight wind can disrupt service).
Weather
Network Operating System
If original files are lost or deleted.
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.

2. DSL divides the telephone line into multiple ____. One for analog voice - while the remainingones are used for digital 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.
Channels
The network services that centrally administer and simplify complicated management tasks on the network.
IEEE

3. What are the 3 most popular networking operating systems?
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.
Modem
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
1. UNIX 2. Linux 3. Microsoft Winders Server 2008 R2

4. Remote Access Server / Access Server
10GBaseT
The software that runs on a server and enables the server to manage data - users - groups - security - applications - and other networking functions.
Network Interface Card
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.

5. The ____ repeats a signal received on one port out all other ports.
Dialup
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.
Hub
Access Server

6. Satellite networking may have a long ____ (latency) between requests and downloads.
Delay time
Networking TV
A part of a network. Usually - a ______ is composed of a group of nodes that share the same communications channel for all their traffic.
10

7. ____ cables use electrical signals.
A computer that manages Web site services - such as supplying a Web page to multiple users on demand.
The data transmission and processing activity taking place on a computer network at any given time.
A number that uniquely identifies each workstation and device on a network. Without unique ' ? ' - computers on the network could not reliably communicate.
Copper

8. Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)

9. ____ networking uses a cable TV connection to create a wide area connection to the Internet.
Cell phone
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.
Cable
A computer that enables resource sharing by other computers on the same network.

10. In an ____ network - a central device called a wireless access point controls communication between devices.
PSTN
100
Telephone
Infrastructure

11. Satellite networking can be a portable solution for cars or trucks with an attached ____.
NIC (network interface card)
Voice data
Hub
Satellite dish

12. Ethernet uses network interface cards - hubs - ____ - and ____ to connect devices.
POTS (plain old telephone service)
Switches routers
DSL (Digital Subscriber Line)
Unsolicited - unwanted e-mail.

13. Network Operating System (NOS)
Half-duplex
The software that runs on a server and enables the server to manage data - users - groups - security - applications - and other networking functions.
Weather
Network Interface Card

14. 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.
The devices - data - and data storage space provided by a computer - whether stand-alone or shared.
Splitters
A computer that enables resource sharing by other computers on the same network.
Network Interface Card

15. Protocol
Data
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 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
Voice data

16. A cable ____ (router) connects the computer to the cable network for sending networking signals.
Wide Area Network
Router
1. Physical (such as a wire or cable) 2. Wireless (such as radio waves)
Modem

17. Data transfer rates are between ____ Mbps (older Ethernet networks) to up to ____ Gbps. 100 and 1000 Mbps are the most common.
10 10
Hub
Weather
Cellular

18. LAN
Local Area Network
Satellite dish
A network of computers and other devices that is confined to a relatively small space - such as one building or even one office.
Network adapter

19. Backbone

20. In an ____ network - two computers communicate directly with each other through their wireless network adapters.
The process of distributing data transfer activity evenly so that no single device is overwhelmed.
Subnet
POTS (plain old telephone service)
Ad hoc

21. The networking ____ provides the path for signals to pass between two devices.
A computer that manages Web site services - such as supplying a Web page to multiple users on demand.
Medium
Weather
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.

22. A ____ provides a central connection for multiple media segments on the same subnet.
A complex WAN that connects LANs and clients around the globe.
A person who uses a computer.
Switch
The main circuit board that controls a computer.

23. What's another name for Network Interface Card (NIC)?
The centralized management of multiple types of network-based communications - such as voice - video - fax - and messaging services.
Network adapter
The use of data networks to carry voice (or telephone) - video - and other communications services in addition to data.
The software that runs on a server and enables the server to manage data - users - groups - security - applications - and other networking functions.

24. Motherboard
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 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
The main circuit board that controls a computer.

25. Network
Channels
Local Area 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.
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.

26. Metropolitan Area Network (MAN)

27. 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.
Copper fiber optic
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.
Bridge
Hub

28. Topology
The physical layout of computers on a network.
Hub
A network of computers and other devices that is confined to a relatively small space - such as one building or even one office.
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

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

30. The term ___ typically describes an adapter that uses a cable medium (such as copper or fiber optic cables).
NIC (network interface card)
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
Switches routers
Voice data

31. There are many DSL standards (such as ADSL - SDSL - and HDSL) - collectively referred to as ____.
NIC (network interface card)
Switch
xDSL
The property of a network that allows you to add nodes or increase its size easily.

32. Satellite networking provides nearly ____% global coverage.
A professional certification established by Microsoft that demonstrates in-depth knowledge about Microsoft products.
100
Network adapter
Infrastructure

33. With cellular networking - Internet access is limited to areas with ____ coverage.
A computer that enables resource sharing by other computers on the same network.
Cell phone
10
1. License tracking 2. Security Auditing 3. Asset Management 4. Address Management 5. Software Distribution 6. Traffic Monitoring 7. Load Balancing 8. Hardware Diagnosis

34. Web Server
A computer that manages Web site services - such as supplying a Web page to multiple users on demand.
The data transmission and processing activity taking place on a computer network at any given time.
Unsolicited - unwanted e-mail.
The centralized management of multiple types of network-based communications - such as voice - video - fax - and messaging services.

35. Internet Services
Bridge
The process of evaluating security measures currently in place on a network and notifying the network administrator if a security breach occurs.
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 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.

36. WAN
The network services that centrally administer and simplify complicated management tasks on the network.
Wide Area Network
Switches routers
Cellular adapter

37. 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.
The process of automatically transferring a data file or installing a software application from the server to a client on the network.
Twisted pair
The data transmission and processing activity taking place on a computer network at any given time.
Dialup

38. Satellite networking requires direct ____ (dish placement is crucial).
A person who uses a computer.
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.
Line of sight
Router

39. Client / Server Architecture
A network design in which client computers use a centrally administered server to share data - data storage space - and 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.
The data transmission and processing activity taking place on a computer network at any given time.
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

40. Switches can operate in ____ mode where a device uses a different channel for sending and receiving - and where the transmission paths are dedicated to only the communicating devices.
A specialized server that enables clients to share applications and data across the network.
Full duplex
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
POTS (plain old telephone service)

41. Some satellite Internet access solutions are limited to ____ only. Another solution - such as dialup - is required to provide upload capabilities.
Switch
A network of computers and other devices that is confined to a relatively small space - such as one building or even one office.
Download
1. Physical (such as a wire or cable) 2. Wireless (such as radio waves)

42. 10BaseT operates at ____ Mbps over twisted pair cables.
100
10
The main circuit board that controls a computer.
A server that manages the storage and transfer of e-mail messages.

43. File Server
A specialized server that enables clients to share applications and data across the network.
'Network of Networks'
The main circuit board that controls a computer.
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.

44. Security Auditing
Peer-To-Peer Network.
A computer that enables resource sharing by other computers on the same network.
A discrete unit of information sent from one node on a network to another.
The process of evaluating security measures currently in place on a network and notifying the network administrator if a security breach occurs.

45. Mobile phones with digital ____ plans use cellular calls to connect to the Internet.
The use of data networks to carry voice (or telephone) - video - and other communications services in addition to data.
The centralized management of multiple types of network-based communications - such as voice - video - fax - and messaging services.
Ad hoc
Data

46. ____ networking uses radio signals sent and received from a satellite. Satellite networking:
Satellite
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)
Phone number

47. Remote User

48. Certification
A server that manages the storage and transfer of e-mail messages.
A network that spans a long distance and connects two or more LANs.
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.

49. Convergence
The process of evaluating security measures currently in place on a network and notifying the network administrator if a security breach occurs.
Moving
'Network of Networks'
The use of data networks to carry voice (or telephone) - video - and other communications services in addition to data.

50. Phone lines are sometimes referred to as ____.
Switches routers
56
POTS (plain old telephone service)
A server that manages the storage and transfer of e-mail messages.