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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. What's another name for Remote Access Server?
Access Server
A person who uses a computer.
A network of computers and other devices that is confined to a relatively small space - such as one building or even one office.
A specialized server that enables clients to share applications and data across the network.

2. Software Distribution
10 10
The process of automatically transferring a data file or installing a software application from the server to a client on the network.
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.
A number that uniquely identifies each workstation and device on a network. Without unique ' ? ' - computers on the network could not reliably communicate.

3. The ____ repeats a signal received on one port out all other ports.
Hub
Computing Technology Industry Association
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
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.

4. Switches use the ____ address to send frames to the destination device.
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A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.
MAC
Modem

5. Remote Access Server / Access Server
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.
Switch
A computer that runs a desktop operating system and connects to a network.
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.

6. Routers maintain a list of known networks and the next ____ in the path to reach the destination network.
Moving
Router
DSL (Digital Subscriber Line)
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.

7. Internet Services
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.
MAC
A network that spans a long distance and connects two or more LANs.
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.

8. Mail Services
Cellular adapter
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
Half-duplex
The devices - data - and data storage space provided by a computer - whether stand-alone or shared.

9. In what circumstances would 'restoring' of files be needed?
Fiber optic
10 10
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.
If original files are lost or deleted.

10. Data transfer rates are between ____ Mbps (older Ethernet networks) to up to ____ Gbps. 100 and 1000 Mbps are the most common.
The means through which data are transmitted and received.
Metropolitan Area Network
10 10
Twisted pair

11. Peer-To-Peer Network
1000BaseSX
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.
Network Interface Card
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

12. MAN
The functions of a file server that allow users to share data files - applications - and storage areas.
Metropolitan 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.
Network adapter

13. Stand-Alone Computer
1000BaseSX
The process of copying critical data files to a secure storage area. Often - _____ are performed according to a formulaic schedule.
Bridge
A computer that uses applications and data only from its local disks and that is not connected to a network.

14. WAN
Full duplex
Copper fiber optic
Wide Area 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.

15. 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 network services that centrally administer and simplify complicated management tasks on the network.
A computer that manages Web site services - such as supplying a Web page to multiple users on demand.
Access Server

16. Hubs operate in ____ mode because the path between devices is shared - meaning that devices can only send when no other devices are sending data.
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 runs a desktop operating system and connects to a network.
100
Half-duplex

17. 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
A number that uniquely identifies each workstation and device on a network. Without unique ' ? ' - computers on the network could not reliably communicate.
TCP/IP
10GBaseT
Channels

18. In an ____ network - a central device called a wireless access point controls communication between devices.
Modem
Infrastructure
TCP/IP
Wide Area Network

19. Internet
A complex WAN that connects LANs and clients around the globe.
NIC (network interface card)
1000BaseSX
DSL (Digital Subscriber Line)

20. A ____ connects two network segments that have a different subnet address.
Voice data
Router
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.
Ad hoc

21. The same cable line is used to carry ____ and cable ____ signals - although in some cases a separate line is installed for Internet access.
V.35
Networking TV
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.
Network Interface Card

22. Segment
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 part of a network. Usually - a ______ is composed of a group of nodes that share the same communications channel for all their traffic.
Fiber optic
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.

23. Network Operating System (NOS)
Medium
Network adapter
The software that runs on a server and enables the server to manage data - users - groups - security - applications - and other networking functions.
A part of a network. Usually - a ______ is composed of a group of nodes that share the same communications channel for all their traffic.

24. A cable ____ (router) connects the computer to the cable network for sending networking signals.
Modem
Splitters
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 network service that allows printers to be shared by several users on a network.

25. Metropolitan Area Network (MAN)

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26. DSL divides the telephone line into multiple ____. One for analog voice - while the remainingones are used for digital data.
A person working on a computer on a different network or in a different geographical location from the LAN's server.
Channels
10GBaseT
If original files are lost or deleted.

27. The networking ____ provides the path for signals to pass between two devices.
Medium
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.
100
IEEE

28. CCNA
Switches routers
Cisco Certified Network Associate
The main circuit board that controls a computer.
Metropolitan Area Network

29. A ____ network adapter sends radio waves.
A person who uses a computer.
Wireless
Satellite dish
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.

30. (public switched telephone network) Dialup connections use the ____.
Unsolicited - unwanted e-mail.
A network of computers and other devices that is confined to a relatively small space - such as one building or even one office.
A computer that runs a desktop operating system and connects to a network.
PSTN

31. Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP)
Network Operating System
A professional certification established by Microsoft that demonstrates in-depth knowledge about Microsoft products.
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.
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.

32. When you configure a dialup connection - you identify the ____ of a computer on the other end.
56
Phone number
NIC (network interface card)
The physical layout of computers on a network.

33. Spam
Wide Area Network
Infrastructure
Unsolicited - unwanted e-mail.
The property of a network that allows you to add nodes or increase its size easily.

34. An access point with an integrated ____ allows wireless clients to communicate with hosts on different networks (such as the Internet).
The process of evaluating security measures currently in place on a network and notifying the network administrator if a security breach occurs.
A computer that manages Web site services - such as supplying a Web page to multiple users on demand.
Router
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.

35. ____ networking uses a digital mobile phone for Internet access.
A number that uniquely identifies each workstation and device on a network. Without unique ' ? ' - computers on the network could not reliably communicate.
Copper fiber optic
Dialup
Cellular

36. A ____ converts binary data to an analog signal.
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
IP address
Ethernet
Modem (modulator/de-modulator)

37. In an ____ network - two computers communicate directly with each other through their wireless network adapters.
Router
A person who uses a computer.
The software that runs on a server and enables the server to manage data - users - groups - security - applications - and other networking functions.
Ad hoc

38. User
A computer that enables resource sharing by other computers on the same network.
Cellular adapter
Copper fiber optic
A person who uses a computer.

39. Remote Access Server
The main circuit board that controls a computer.
Modem (modulator/de-modulator)
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.
100

40. Motherboard
Download
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
Switching
The main circuit board that controls a computer.

41. Local Area Network (LAN)
Modem
Cellular
A network of computers and other devices that is confined to a relatively small space - such as one building or even one office.
Ad hoc

42. Restoring
The process of retrieving files from a backup.
Delay time
Channels
Data

43. Soft Skills
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 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
Access Server
The software that runs on a server and enables the server to manage data - users - groups - security - applications - and other networking functions.

44. Remote User

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45. ____ is the most common local area networking standard for wired networks.
NIC (network interface card)
Telephone
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.
Ethernet

46. Satellite networking provides nearly ____% global coverage.
Modem
Telephone
100
10GBaseT

47. A ____ provides a central connection for multiple media segments on the same subnet.
Hub
Moving
Modem
Full duplex

48. Transmission Media
The means through which data are transmitted and received.
The functions of a file server that allow users to share data files - applications - and storage areas.
Networking TV
The process of evaluating security measures currently in place on a network and notifying the network administrator if a security breach occurs.

49. Security Auditing
The process of evaluating security measures currently in place on a network and notifying the network administrator if a security breach occurs.
Switches routers
Voice data
The data transmission and processing activity taking place on a computer network at any given time.

50. Sneakernet
A way of exchanging data between computers that are not connected on a network.
A network that spans a long distance and connects two or more LANs.
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.
A part of a network. Usually - a ______ is composed of a group of nodes that share the same communications channel for all their traffic.