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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 are the 3 most popular networking operating systems?
1. UNIX 2. Linux 3. Microsoft Winders Server 2008 R2
A computer that uses applications and data only from its local disks and that is not connected to a network.
A complex WAN that connects LANs and clients around the globe.
A number that uniquely identifies each workstation and device on a network. Without unique ' ? ' - computers on the network could not reliably communicate.

2. User
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
A person who uses a computer.
A part of a network. Usually - a ______ is composed of a group of nodes that share the same communications channel for all their traffic.
Half-duplex

3. Satellite networking provides nearly ____% global coverage.
Delay time
Weather
100
A part of a network. Usually - a ______ is composed of a group of nodes that share the same communications channel for all their traffic.

4. Asset Management

5. ____ is the standard that describes how modems work to send digital data over the analog phone lines.
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 functions of a file server that allow users to share data files - applications - and storage areas.
If original files are lost or deleted.
V.35

6. Address Management
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 complex WAN that connects LANs and clients around the globe.
The use of data networks to carry voice (or telephone) - video - and other communications services in addition to data.
Telephone

7. Routers maintain a list of known networks and the next ____ in the path to reach the destination 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
Router
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
Modem (modulator/de-modulator)

8. Scalable
Medium
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.
The property of a network that allows you to add nodes or increase its size easily.

9. Security Auditing
Router
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 evaluating security measures currently in place on a network and notifying the network administrator if a security breach occurs.
Computing Technology Industry Association

10. Web Server
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
Dialup
MAC
A computer that manages Web site services - such as supplying a Web page to multiple users on demand.

11. Phone lines are sometimes referred to as ____.
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.
POTS (plain old telephone service)
100
A person who uses a computer.

12. The networking ____ provides the path for signals to pass between two devices.
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
Metropolitan Area Network
Router
Medium

13. 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 network service that allows printers to be shared by several users on a network.
Splitters
Telephone
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.

14. Load Balancing
56
Router
The process of distributing data transfer activity evenly so that no single device is overwhelmed.
POTS (plain old telephone service)

15. What's another name for Remote Access Server?
Access Server
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.
IP address
Unsolicited - unwanted e-mail.

16. The same cable line is used to carry ____ and cable ____ signals - although in some cases a separate line is installed for Internet access.
Networking TV
A computer that manages Web site services - such as supplying a Web page to multiple users on demand.
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.
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

17. The term ___ typically describes an adapter that uses a cable medium (such as copper or fiber optic cables).
The functions of a file server that allow users to share data files - applications - and storage areas.
NIC (network interface card)
Telephone
Dialup

18. Unified Communications
A discrete unit of information sent from one node on a network to another.
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.
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 centralized management of multiple types of network-based communications - such as voice - video - fax - and messaging services.

19. Network
Splitters
Radio waves
10
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.

20. LAN
Local Area Network
Bridge
IEEE
A computer that runs a desktop operating system and connects to a network.

21. Satellite networking requires direct ____ (dish placement is crucial).
Local Area Network
Line of sight
The property of a network that allows you to add nodes or increase its size easily.
Ethernet

22. Transmission Media
The means through which data are transmitted and received.
Cellular
Switch
A computer that manages Web site services - such as supplying a Web page to multiple users on demand.

23. Backing Up
Peer-To-Peer Network.
The process of copying critical data files to a secure storage area. Often - _____ are performed according to a formulaic schedule.
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
Cellular adapter

24. 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
Peer-To-Peer Network.
TCP/IP
Network adapter
Ethernet

25. File Server
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
Splitters
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.

26. A ____ creates the signals that are sent along the networking medium.
Switches routers
Phone number
IEEE
Network adapter

27. A ____ converts binary data to an analog signal.
Bridge
The main circuit board that controls a computer.
The process of evaluating security measures currently in place on a network and notifying the network administrator if a security breach occurs.
Modem (modulator/de-modulator)

28. Client / Server Network
The software that runs on a server and enables the server to manage data - users - groups - security - applications - and other networking functions.
The centralized management of multiple types of network-based communications - such as voice - video - fax - and messaging services.
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
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.

29. Restoring
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.
The process of retrieving files from a backup.
Phone number
1. License tracking 2. Security Auditing 3. Asset Management 4. Address Management 5. Software Distribution 6. Traffic Monitoring 7. Load Balancing 8. Hardware Diagnosis

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

31. Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)

32. Some satellite Internet access solutions are limited to ____ only. Another solution - such as dialup - is required to provide upload capabilities.
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
The data transmission and processing activity taking place on a computer network at any given time.
Download
Full duplex

33. A ____ provides a central connection for multiple media segments on the same subnet.
A complex WAN that connects LANs and clients around the globe.
Hub
Switches routers
56

34. When you configure a dialup connection - you identify the ____ of a computer on the other end.
IP address
Wireless
The network service that allows printers to be shared by several users on a network.
Phone number

35. Remote User

36. ____ is the most common local area networking standard for wired networks.
Phone number
56
Ethernet
Telephone

37. CompTIA
Unsolicited - unwanted e-mail.
The use of data networks to carry voice (or telephone) - video - and other communications services in addition to data.
Cellular
Computing Technology Industry Association

38. Satellite networking can be a portable solution for cars or trucks with an attached ____.
Router
Dialup
Satellite dish
A discrete unit of information sent from one node on a network to another.

39. CCIE

40. Wireless networks use ____ with the air being the transmission medium.
Radio waves
Wireless
POTS (plain old telephone service)
Infrastructure

41. 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.
Ad hoc
Network Interface Card
A network that spans a long distance and connects two or more LANs.
Full duplex

42. NOS
Router
Ad hoc
Network Operating System
DSL (Digital Subscriber Line)

43. Stand-Alone Computer
A computer that uses applications and data only from its local disks and that is not connected to a network.
Wireless
If original files are lost or deleted.
Download

44. In an ____ network - two computers communicate directly with each other through their wireless network adapters.
Twisted pair
The use of data networks to carry voice (or telephone) - video - and other communications services in addition to data.
Ad hoc
A computer that uses applications and data only from its local disks and that is not connected to a network.

45. Topology
POTS (plain old telephone service)
Delay time
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 physical layout of computers on a network.

46. There are many DSL standards (such as ADSL - SDSL - and HDSL) - collectively referred to as ____.
IEEE
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.
xDSL
The means through which data are transmitted and received.

47. 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.
Router
Phone number
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.

48. Satellite networking uses a ____ with an antenna (dish) directed skywards to a satellite.
If original files are lost or deleted.
Transmitter
Fiber optic
A network that spans a long distance and connects two or more LANs.

49. Internet
A complex WAN that connects LANs and clients around the globe.
Channels
A network of computers and other devices that is confined to a relatively small space - such as one building or even one office.
Dialup

50. Motherboard
Unsolicited - unwanted e-mail.
Cell phone
The main circuit board that controls a computer.
Modem