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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 uses a ____ with an antenna (dish) directed skywards to a satellite.
Transmitter
1. UNIX 2. Linux 3. Microsoft Winders Server 2008 R2
The main circuit board that controls a computer.
Infrastructure

2. ____ networking uses radio signals sent and received from a satellite. Satellite networking:
Data
Satellite
A number that uniquely identifies each workstation and device on a network. Without unique ' ? ' - computers on the network could not reliably communicate.
The means through which data are transmitted and received.

3. A ____ converts binary data to an analog signal.
Line of sight
Modem (modulator/de-modulator)
Infrastructure
Splitters

4. With cellular networking - Internet access is limited to areas with ____ coverage.
Network adapter
Cell phone
Ethernet
NIC (network interface card)

5. License Tracking
Metropolitan Area 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.
Cellular adapter
10 10

6. 100BaseFX operates at 100 Mbps over ____ cables.
Fiber optic
The software that runs on a server and enables the server to manage data - users - groups - security - applications - and other networking functions.
The process of distributing data transfer activity evenly so that no single device is overwhelmed.
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.

7. When you configure a dialup connection - you identify the ____ of a computer on the other end.
Radio waves
A server that manages the storage and transfer of e-mail messages.
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

8. 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
TCP/IP
Data
'Network of Networks'
Wireless

9. File Server
The process of evaluating security measures currently in place on a network and notifying the network administrator if a security breach occurs.
10 10
Satellite
A specialized server that enables clients to share applications and data across the network.

10. Satellite networking provides nearly ____% global coverage.
100
The process of copying critical data files to a secure storage area. Often - _____ are performed according to a formulaic schedule.
A computer that enables resource sharing by other computers on the same network.
Router

11. Protocol
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
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.
Fiber optic

12. Host
Copper
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.
A computer that enables resource sharing by other computers on the same network.
Bridge

13. A ____ network adapter sends radio waves.
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.
Wireless
IP address
A computer that enables resource sharing by other computers on the same network.

14. A router has multiple network connections - with each connection being on a different ____.
A person who uses a computer.
xDSL
Subnet
Phone number

15. ____ cables use electrical signals.
The means through which data are transmitted and received.
Copper
Medium
Telephone

16. LAN
POTS (plain old telephone service)
A network of computers and other devices that is confined to a relatively small space - such as one building or even one office.
Access Server
Local Area Network

17. How did the term 'Sneakernet' come about?
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.
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
A computer that enables resource sharing by other computers on the same network.
Subnet

18. Resources
The process of copying critical data files to a secure storage area. Often - _____ are performed according to a formulaic schedule.
Cellular
Switch
The devices - data - and data storage space provided by a computer - whether stand-alone or shared.

19. Connectivity Device
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.
One of several types of specialized devices that allows two or more networks or multiple parts of one network to connect and exchange data.
Computing Technology Industry Association

20. 10BaseT operates at ____ Mbps over twisted pair cables.
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 means through which data are transmitted and received.
10
PSTN

21. You can install a ____ in a notebook computer to provide cellular access.
DSL (Digital Subscriber Line)
Copper
Cellular adapter
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.

22. Remote Access Server
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a 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
A number that uniquely identifies each workstation and device on a network. Without unique ' ? ' - computers on the network could not reliably communicate.
Network adapter

23. Segment
A part of a network. Usually - a ______ is composed of a group of nodes that share the same communications channel for all their traffic.
Bridge
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.
100

24. A cable ____ (router) connects the computer to the cable network for sending networking signals.
Telephone
TCP/IP
A way of exchanging data between computers that are not connected on a network.
Modem

25. The ____ receives a signal on one port - and forwards that signal only to the port where the destination device is connected.
Switch
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.
Delay time
The data transmission and processing activity taking place on a computer network at any given time.

26. Dialup connections are available anywhere a dialup ____ line exists.
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.
1. Physical (such as a wire or cable) 2. Wireless (such as radio waves)
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
Telephone

27. 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.
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 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.
Full duplex
Cisco Certified Network Associate

28. Routers maintain a list of known networks and the next ____ in the path to reach the destination network.
A person working on a computer on a different network or in a different geographical location from the LAN's server.
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
MAC
Router

29. Software Distribution
The process of distributing data transfer activity evenly so that no single device is overwhelmed.
The process of automatically transferring a data file or installing a software application from the server to a client on the network.
A network that spans a long distance and connects two or more LANs.
Bridge

30. Remote Access Server / Access Server
Cellular
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a 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.
Fiber optic

31. Topology
Satellite dish
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.
The physical layout of computers on a network.
Router

32. Mail Server
A discrete unit of information sent from one node on a network to another.
A server that manages the storage and transfer of e-mail messages.
The functions of a file server that allow users to share data files - applications - and storage areas.
Fiber optic

33. ____ operates at 10 Gbps over twisted pair cables.
10GBaseT
The functions of a file server that allow users to share data files - applications - and storage areas.
A specialized server that enables clients to share applications and data across the network.
Router

34. Switches use the ____ address to send frames to the destination device.
Hub
MAC
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 centralized management of multiple types of network-based communications - such as voice - video - fax - and messaging services.

35. The networking ____ provides the path for signals to pass between two devices.
A computer that enables resource sharing by other computers on the same network.
Router
Medium
Network adapter

36. Traffic
Telephone
The data transmission and processing activity taking place on a computer network at any given time.
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 server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.

37. ____ provides broadband digital data transmission over existing telephone 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.
DSL (Digital Subscriber Line)
IP address
The process of retrieving files from a backup.

38. DSL is not available to every location; the end location must be within a fixed distance of telephone ____ equipment.
Switching
Channels
A computer that uses applications and data only from its local disks and that is not connected to a network.
Bridge

39. In what circumstances would 'restoring' of files be needed?
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.
Access Server
If original files are lost or deleted.
A person working on a computer on a different network or in a different geographical location from the LAN's server.

40. An access point with an integrated ____ allows wireless clients to communicate with wired clients on the same network.
Copper
Bridge
10
PSTN

41. MAN
Hub
Metropolitan Area Network
Access Server
Switching

42. Some satellite Internet access solutions are limited to ____ only. Another solution - such as dialup - is required to provide upload capabilities.
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.
Download
The process of distributing data transfer activity evenly so that no single device is overwhelmed.
MAC

43. Stand-Alone Computer
Data
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 computer that uses applications and data only from its local disks and that is not connected 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.

44. CCNA
The process of automatically transferring a data file or installing a software application from the server to a client on the network.
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.
Cisco Certified Network Associate
Full duplex

45. CompTIA
Computing Technology Industry Association
The means through which data are transmitted and received.
A way of exchanging data between computers that are not connected on a network.
The process of copying critical data files to a secure storage area. Often - _____ are performed according to a formulaic schedule.

46. 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.
Splitters
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 person working on a computer on a different network or in a different geographical location from the LAN's server.
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.

47. User
A computer that uses applications and data only from its local disks and that is not connected to a network.
A person who uses a computer.
A server that manages the storage and transfer of e-mail messages.
The physical layout of computers on a network.

48. NIC
Network Interface Card
Hub
A way of exchanging data between computers that are not connected on 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

49. Give 8 Examples of Management Services
Wide Area 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
The process of copying critical data files to a secure storage area. Often - _____ are performed according to a formulaic schedule.
1000BaseSX

50. DSL divides the telephone line into multiple ____. One for analog voice - while the remainingones are used for digital data.
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 server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.
The means through which data are transmitted and received.
Channels