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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. ____ provides broadband digital data transmission over existing telephone lines.
A server that manages the storage and transfer of e-mail messages.
Router
POTS (plain old telephone service)
DSL (Digital Subscriber Line)

2. Traffic
V.35
Access Server
The data transmission and processing activity taking place on a computer network at any given time.
Unsolicited - unwanted e-mail.

3. Ethernet uses network interface cards - hubs - ____ - and ____ to connect devices.
Hub
Switches routers
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 network services that centrally administer and simplify complicated management tasks on the network.

4. With cellular networking - Internet access is limited to areas with ____ coverage.
TCP/IP
Router
V.35
Cell phone

5. 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.
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.
Full duplex
Satellite dish
Fiber optic

6. 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.
A computer that enables resource sharing by other computers on the same network.
Telephone
Phone number
Transmitter

7. Soft Skills
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.
The process of evaluating security measures currently in place on a network and notifying the network administrator if a security breach occurs.
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.

8. Workstation
Access Server
A number that uniquely identifies each workstation and device on a network. Without unique ' ? ' - computers on the network could not reliably communicate.
Weather
A computer that runs a desktop operating system and connects to a network.

9. Addressing
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 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 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.
MAC

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
The data transmission and processing activity taking place on a computer network at any given time.
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 computer that runs a desktop operating system and connects to a network.
TCP/IP

11. A ____ connects two segments within the same subnet that use different media types. For example - use a bridge to connect wireless clients to wired clients on the same network.
A person working on a computer on a different network or in a different geographical location from the LAN's server.
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
IP address

12. The ____ receives a signal on one port - and forwards that signal only to the port where the destination device is connected.
Hub
Network adapter
Switch
One of several types of specialized devices that allows two or more networks or multiple parts of one network to connect and exchange data.

13. Hubs operate in ____ mode because the path between devices is shared - meaning that devices can only send when no other devices are sending data.
Half-duplex
xDSL
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.

14. Routers use the ____ within a packet to move packets between networks.
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 computer that runs a desktop operating system and connects to a network.
DSL (Digital Subscriber Line)
IP address

15. Resources
The devices - data - and data storage space provided by a computer - whether stand-alone or shared.
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 process of distributing data transfer activity evenly so that no single device is overwhelmed.
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

16. Scalable
Router
The process of evaluating security measures currently in place on a network and notifying the network administrator if a security breach occurs.
The property of a network that allows you to add nodes or increase its size easily.
DSL (Digital Subscriber Line)

17. Topology
A number that uniquely identifies each workstation and device on a network. Without unique ' ? ' - computers on the network could not reliably communicate.
The physical layout of computers on a network.
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.
1. UNIX 2. Linux 3. Microsoft Winders Server 2008 R2

18. Software Distribution
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.
If original files are lost or deleted.
The process of automatically transferring a data file or installing a software application from the server to a client on the network.
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

19. Print Services
Cellular
Ad hoc
A way of exchanging data between computers that are not connected on a network.
The network service that allows printers to be shared by several users on a network.

20. 100BaseFX operates at 100 Mbps over ____ cables.
Fiber optic
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.
POTS (plain old telephone service)
Copper fiber optic

21. Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA)
Hub
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 process of evaluating security measures currently in place on a network and notifying the network administrator if a security breach occurs.
TCP/IP

22. ____ is the standard that describes how modems work to send digital data over the analog phone lines.
Cisco Certified Network Associate
V.35
Network Operating System
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

23. Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)

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24. Ethernet can use ____ and ____ cables.
A computer that runs a desktop operating system and connects to a network.
Phone number
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.
Copper fiber optic

25. Data transfer rates include 28.8 Kbps - 33.3 Kbps - and ____ Kbps.
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a 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.
56
Router

26. Mail Server
Moving
Phone number
A part of a network. Usually - a ______ is composed of a group of nodes that share the same communications channel for all their traffic.
A server that manages the storage and transfer of e-mail messages.

27. P2P 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
Medium
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.
Peer-To-Peer Network.

28. An access point with an integrated ____ allows wireless clients to communicate with wired clients on the same network.
Line of sight
A complex WAN that connects LANs and clients around the globe.
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.
Bridge

29. CCIE

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30. Phone lines are sometimes referred to as ____.
POTS (plain old telephone service)
Delay time
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.
A server that runs communications services that enable remote users to log on to a network.

31. Satellite networking is subject to mild atmospheric and ____ conditions (fog or slight wind can disrupt service).
A network of computers and other devices that is confined to a relatively small space - such as one building or even one office.
1. Physical (such as a wire or cable) 2. Wireless (such as radio waves)
Weather
Infrastructure

32. NIC
Network Interface Card
POTS (plain old telephone service)
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.
10

33. Give 8 Examples of Management Services
A person who uses a computer.
A computer that manages Web site services - such as supplying a Web page to multiple users on demand.
The process of distributing data transfer activity evenly so that no single device is overwhelmed.
1. License tracking 2. Security Auditing 3. Asset Management 4. Address Management 5. Software Distribution 6. Traffic Monitoring 7. Load Balancing 8. Hardware Diagnosis

34. Dialup connections are available anywhere a dialup ____ line exists.
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.
Telephone
Network Operating System
Router

35. In an ____ network - two computers communicate directly with each other through their wireless network adapters.
A person who uses a computer.
Ad hoc
Modem (modulator/de-modulator)
The centralized management of multiple types of network-based communications - such as voice - video - fax - and messaging services.

36. Routers maintain a list of known networks and the next ____ in the path to reach the destination network.
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.
The network services that centrally administer and simplify complicated management tasks on the network.
Fiber optic

37. The term ___ typically describes an adapter that uses a cable medium (such as copper or fiber optic cables).
Line of sight
Modem (modulator/de-modulator)
The means through which data are transmitted and received.
NIC (network interface card)

38. ____ operates at 10 Gbps over twisted pair cables.
10GBaseT
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 network design in which client computers use a centrally administered server to share data - data storage space - and devices.
Telephone

39. License Tracking
Download
Telephone
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.
Bridge

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

41. Switches use the ____ address to send frames to the destination device.
MAC
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
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Half-duplex

42. File Services
A person who uses a computer.
Fiber optic
The functions of a file server that allow users to share data files - applications - and storage areas.
One of several types of specialized devices that allows two or more networks or multiple parts of one network to connect and exchange data.

43. Mail Services
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 devices - data - and data storage space provided by a computer - whether stand-alone or shared.
Cisco Certified Network Associate
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

44. What are the 2 forms of 'Transmission Media'?
Channels
Twisted pair
1. Physical (such as a wire or cable) 2. Wireless (such as radio waves)
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.

45. Unified Communications
1. Physical (such as a wire or cable) 2. Wireless (such as radio waves)
Local Area Network
A computer or other device connected to a network - which has a unique address and is capable of sending or receiving data.
The centralized management of multiple types of network-based communications - such as voice - video - fax - and messaging services.

46. Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP)
A professional certification established by Microsoft that demonstrates in-depth knowledge about Microsoft products.
10GBaseT
A computer that enables resource sharing by other computers on the same network.
xDSL

47. Management Services
PSTN
A specialized server that enables clients to share applications and data across the network.
Splitters
The network services that centrally administer and simplify complicated management tasks on the network.

48. ____ operates at 1000 Mbps (1 Gbps) over fiber optic cables.
1000BaseSX
Telephone
10 10
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.

49. Ethernet standards identify the transmission speed and the cable type. The letter T identifies ____ cables; the letters F - S - L - and E are used for fiber optic.
Twisted pair
Cisco Certified Network Associate
MAC
The centralized management of multiple types of network-based communications - such as voice - video - fax - and messaging services.

50. The ____ repeats a signal received on one port out all other ports.
A discrete unit of information sent from one node on a network to another.
Half-duplex
The network services that centrally administer and simplify complicated management tasks on the network.
Hub