Comptia Network Fundamentals

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1. 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 computer that manages Web site services - such as supplying a Web page to multiple users on demand.
The devices - data - and data storage space provided by a computer - whether stand-alone or shared.
Full duplex
Switching


2. Client / Server Network
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 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.
Data
Switching


3. The ____ repeats a signal received on one port out all other ports.
Hub
Switch
A network design in which client computers use a centrally administered server to share data - data storage space - and devices.
PSTN


4. Routers maintain a list of known networks and the next ____ in the path to reach the destination network.
Cisco Certified Network Associate
Router
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


5. Print Services
Satellite dish
The network service that allows printers to be shared by several users on a network.
Transmitter
Computing Technology Industry Association


6. In what circumstances would 'restoring' of files be needed?
The means through which data are transmitted and received.
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.
If original files are lost or deleted.
Delay time


7. Metropolitan Area Network (MAN)

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8. Backing Up
The process of copying critical data files to a secure storage area. Often - _____ are performed according to a formulaic schedule.
xDSL
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.
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


9. Load Balancing
Network adapter
The process of distributing data transfer activity evenly so that no single device is overwhelmed.
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.
A network that spans a long distance and connects two or more LANs.


10. Remote Access Server
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.
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 network design in which client computers use a centrally administered server to share data - data storage space - and devices.
The physical layout of computers on a network.


11. Satellite networking can be a portable solution for cars or trucks with an attached ____.
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
TCP/IP
Satellite dish
IEEE


12. Satellite networking is subject to mild atmospheric and ____ conditions (fog or slight wind can disrupt service).
Weather
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.
Hub
NIC (network interface card)


13. Packet
Network adapter
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.
Delay time
A discrete unit of information sent from one node on a network to another.


14. Traffic
A network that spans a long distance and connects two or more LANs.
The data transmission and processing activity taking place on a computer network at any given time.
IEEE
Cell phone


15. Spam
Unsolicited - unwanted e-mail.
Network Operating System
The process of automatically transferring a data file or installing a software application from the server to a client 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.


16. DSL is not available to every location; the end location must be within a fixed distance of telephone ____ equipment.
Switching
The property of a network that allows you to add nodes or increase its size easily.
xDSL
Wireless


17. Mail Services
Local Area Network
Network adapter
The software that runs on a server and enables the server to manage data - users - groups - security - applications - and other networking functions.
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


18. 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 means through which data are transmitted and received.
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
Telephone
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.


19. 10BaseT operates at ____ Mbps over twisted pair cables.
10
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.
10GBaseT
Subnet


20. File Server
A specialized server that enables clients to share applications and data across the network.
Splitters
The centralized management of multiple types of network-based communications - such as voice - video - fax - and messaging services.
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.


21. There are many DSL standards (such as ADSL - SDSL - and HDSL) - collectively referred to as ____.
xDSL
Switch
The process of distributing data transfer activity evenly so that no single device is overwhelmed.
A computer that runs a desktop operating system and connects to a network.


22. 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.
POTS (plain old telephone service)
Cisco Certified Network Associate
A part of a network. Usually - a ______ is composed of a group of nodes that share the same communications channel for all their traffic.


23. Addressing
Network Interface Card
Subnet
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.
The functions of a file server that allow users to share data files - applications - and storage areas.


24. Host
A computer that enables resource sharing by other computers on the same network.
Copper fiber optic
Computing Technology Industry Association
Transmitter


25. Motherboard
Satellite dish
The main circuit board that controls a computer.
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.
'Network of Networks'


26. Scalable
A part of a network. Usually - a ______ is composed of a group of nodes that share the same communications channel for all their traffic.
Hub
The property of a network that allows you to add nodes or increase its size easily.
Modem (modulator/de-modulator)


27. ____ is the most common local area networking standard for wired networks.
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 use of data networks to carry voice (or telephone) - video - and other communications services in addition to data.
Network Operating System
Ethernet


28. Address Management
Unsolicited - unwanted e-mail.
MAC
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
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.


29. DSL divides the telephone line into multiple ____. One for analog voice - while the remainingones are used for digital data.
Channels
Half-duplex
Fiber optic
The data transmission and processing activity taking place on a computer network at any given time.


30. Certification
TCP/IP
A network of computers and other devices that is confined to a relatively small space - such as one building or even one office.
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 complex WAN that connects LANs and clients around the globe.


31. Data transfer rates include 28.8 Kbps - 33.3 Kbps - and ____ Kbps.
56
The property of a network that allows you to add nodes or increase its size easily.
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 process of evaluating security measures currently in place on a network and notifying the network administrator if a security breach occurs.


32. What are the 3 most popular networking operating systems?
Network Operating System
The process of retrieving files from a backup.
1. UNIX 2. Linux 3. Microsoft Winders Server 2008 R2
Full duplex


33. (public switched telephone network) Dialup connections use the ____.
PSTN
Networking TV
The devices - data - and data storage space provided by a computer - whether stand-alone or shared.
Copper fiber optic


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


35. Asset Management

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36. Data transfer rates are between ____ Mbps (older Ethernet networks) to up to ____ Gbps. 100 and 1000 Mbps are the most common.
A computer that runs a desktop operating system and connects to a network.
'Network of Networks'
10 10
Modem


37. Phone lines are sometimes referred to as ____.
The process of distributing data transfer activity evenly so that no single device is overwhelmed.
Weather
POTS (plain old telephone service)
If original files are lost or deleted.


38. Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP)
Unsolicited - unwanted e-mail.
Local Area Network
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.


39. Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)

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40. Remote User

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41. Management Services
Fiber optic
The network services that centrally administer and simplify complicated management tasks on the network.
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
V.35


42. License Tracking
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
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 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.


43. CCIE

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44. ____ networking uses radio signals sent and received from a satellite. Satellite networking:
Router
Satellite
The data transmission and processing activity taking place on a computer network at any given time.
Telephone


45. Client
Switch
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
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.
Modem


46. Satellite networking may have a long ____ (latency) between requests and downloads.
Local Area Network
IEEE
Delay time
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.


47. Network+ (Net+)
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 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.
Infrastructure
A professional certification established by Microsoft that demonstrates in-depth knowledge about Microsoft products.


48. WAN
The network services that centrally administer and simplify complicated management tasks on the network.
Network Operating System
10GBaseT
Wide Area Network


49. Ethernet can use ____ and ____ cables.
Copper fiber optic
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.
Wide Area Network
A network of computers and other devices that is confined to a relatively small space - such as one building or even one office.


50. Sneakernet
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.
A way of exchanging data between computers that are not connected on a network.
MAC
A person working on a computer on a different network or in a different geographical location from the LAN's server.