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Comptia Network Fundamentals

Subjects : certifications, comptia-network-+, it-skills

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1. Routers maintain a list of known networks and the next ____ in the path to reach the destination network.
Router
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.
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.
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

2. Topology
A computer that runs a desktop operating system and connects to a network.
The main circuit board that controls a computer.
The physical layout of computers on a network.
Network Operating System

3. In what circumstances would 'restoring' of files be needed?
If original files are lost or deleted.
MAC
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 network services that centrally administer and simplify complicated management tasks on the network.

4. Ethernet uses network interface cards - hubs - ____ - and ____ to connect devices.
Unsolicited - unwanted e-mail.
Network adapter
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.
Switches routers

5. Address Management
Bridge
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 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.
Router

6. Remote Access Server
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.
The network services that centrally administer and simplify complicated management tasks on the network.
Router
A professional certification established by Microsoft that demonstrates in-depth knowledge about Microsoft products.

7. Dialup connections are available anywhere a dialup ____ line exists.
Fiber optic
Switching
Telephone
Channels

8. Satellite networking is subject to mild atmospheric and ____ conditions (fog or slight wind can disrupt service).
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.
Network Interface Card
10
Weather

9. CompTIA
Computing Technology Industry Association
Telephone
Delay time
A network design in which client computers use a centrally administered server to share data - data storage space - and devices.

10. 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
Voice data
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.
Router
TCP/IP

11. P2P Network
Wide Area Network
Peer-To-Peer Network.
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.
Bridge

12. Metropolitan Area Network (MAN)

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13. An access point with an integrated ____ allows wireless clients to communicate with wired clients on the same network.
Bridge
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 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.
DSL (Digital Subscriber Line)

14. Segment
Moving
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.
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 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.

15. Satellite networking requires direct ____ (dish placement is crucial).
Telephone
A number that uniquely identifies each workstation and device on a network. Without unique ' ? ' - computers on the network could not reliably communicate.
A complex WAN that connects LANs and clients around the globe.
Line of sight

16. DSL divides the telephone line into multiple ____. One for analog voice - while the remainingones are used for digital data.
Subnet
Channels
A computer that runs a desktop operating system and connects to a 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

17. What are the 2 forms of 'Transmission Media'?
Full duplex
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.
1. Physical (such as a wire or cable) 2. Wireless (such as radio waves)
A network design in which client computers use a centrally administered server to share data - data storage space - and devices.

18. Mail Server
Phone number
Data
A server that manages the storage and transfer of e-mail messages.
POTS (plain old telephone service)

19. 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 process of evaluating security measures currently in place on a network and notifying the network administrator if a security breach occurs.
Data
Twisted pair
Splitters

20. What are the 3 most popular networking operating systems?
A network design in which client computers use a centrally administered server to share data - data storage space - and devices.
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.
Hub
1. UNIX 2. Linux 3. Microsoft Winders Server 2008 R2

21. Load Balancing
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 distributing data transfer activity evenly so that no single device is overwhelmed.
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 use of data networks to carry voice (or telephone) - video - and other communications services in addition to data.

22. ____ networking uses radio signals sent and received from a satellite. Satellite networking:
Switches routers
The process of retrieving files from a backup.
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.

23. Traffic Monitoring
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.
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.
Fiber optic
Cell phone

24. Hubs operate in ____ mode because the path between devices is shared - meaning that devices can only send when no other devices are sending data.
If original files are lost or deleted.
A network that spans a long distance and connects two or more LANs.
Half-duplex
The process of copying critical data files to a secure storage area. Often - _____ are performed according to a formulaic schedule.

25. LAN
Half-duplex
Local Area Network
Network Interface Card
Cable

26. ____ cables use electrical signals.
Switch
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 property of a network that allows you to add nodes or increase its size easily.
Copper

27. Mail Services
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
Router
The main circuit board that controls a computer.
Dialup

28. In an ____ network - a central device called a wireless access point controls communication between devices.
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.
A complex WAN that connects LANs and clients around the globe.
Infrastructure
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

29. Dialup connections cannot be used for both ____ (phone calls) and ____ at the same time.
Router
Modem (modulator/de-modulator)
The devices - data - and data storage space provided by a computer - whether stand-alone or shared.
Voice data

30. ____ cables use light pulses.
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.
Fiber optic
Ethernet
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.

31. A ____ provides a central connection for multiple media segments on the same subnet.
Full duplex
Hub
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.
Ad hoc

32. License Tracking
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 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.
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
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.

33. Network Operating System (NOS)
A computer that runs a desktop operating system and connects to a network.
Fiber optic
The software that runs on a server and enables the server to manage data - users - groups - security - applications - and other networking functions.
A server that manages the storage and transfer of e-mail messages.

34. Workstation
A computer that runs a desktop operating system and connects to a network.
The centralized management of multiple types of network-based communications - such as voice - video - fax - and messaging services.
The use of data networks to carry voice (or telephone) - video - and other communications services in addition to data.
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.

35. Backbone

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36. CCIE

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37. How did the term 'Sneakernet' come about?
Cellular adapter
The process of copying critical data files to a secure storage area. Often - _____ are performed according to a formulaic schedule.
100
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

38. Radio frequency wireless standards are defined by various ____ committees (802.11a - 802.11b - 802.11g - and 802.11n).
IEEE
POTS (plain old telephone service)
Hub
Modem

39. Backing Up
The process of copying critical data files to a secure storage area. Often - _____ are performed according to a formulaic schedule.
Network Operating System
IEEE
Unsolicited - unwanted e-mail.

40. CCNA
A network design in which client computers use a centrally administered server to share data - data storage space - and devices.
The main circuit board that controls a computer.
'Network of Networks'
Cisco Certified Network Associate

41. Client
The network services that centrally administer and simplify complicated management tasks on the network.
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
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.
The use of data networks to carry voice (or telephone) - video - and other communications services in addition to data.

42. What's another name for Remote Access Server?
Copper fiber optic
56
Modem
Access Server

43. Security Auditing
The process of evaluating security measures currently in place on a network and notifying the network administrator if a security breach occurs.
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.
Router
Cellular adapter

44. Internet Services
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.
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
Splitters
TCP/IP

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

46. 10BaseT operates at ____ Mbps over twisted pair cables.
DSL (Digital Subscriber Line)
1. UNIX 2. Linux 3. Microsoft Winders Server 2008 R2
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IP address

47. Transmission Media
The means through which data are transmitted and received.
Cellular adapter
A computer that enables resource sharing by other computers on the same network.
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.

48. Remote User

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49. Host
xDSL
Copper fiber optic
The process of retrieving files from a backup.
A computer that enables resource sharing by other computers on the same network.

50. The ____ repeats a signal received on one port out all other ports.
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.
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
Hub
Bridge