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A computer ________ is two or more computers connected using software and hardware so that they can communicate with each other. |
network |
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A ________ is any device connected to a network such as a computer, printer, or game console. |
node |
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________ is the actual speed of data transfer that is achieved between two nodes on a network and is always less than or equal to the data transfer rate. |
throughput |
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Some of the responsibilities of ________ are installing new hardware and software on the network and monitoring performance. |
network administrators |
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Which of the following is NOT a common network architecture type? |
Intraoffice area network (IAN) |
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You can find out which network adapters are installed in your system by using the Windows ________ Manager utility. |
device |
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When setting up a home network, make sure each node has ________. |
a network adapter |
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The network architecture that spans the largest physical distance is called a ________. |
WAN |
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A large network designed to provide access to a specific geographic area, such as a large city, is a ________. |
MAN |
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Which transmission medium transmits data the fastest? |
Fiber-optic cable |
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What transmission media is used for normal telephone service? |
Twisted-pair cable |
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A client/server network is an example of ________ administration. |
central |
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A peer-to-peer (P2P) network is an example of ________ administration. |
local |
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Which of the following is NOT a standard for wireless Ethernet networks? |
802.11ab |
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Which of the following is NOT a type of cable used in wired networks? |
Unshielded coaxial |
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Which of the following is NOT a type of UTP cable you would use in a wired Ethernet network? |
Cat 7B |
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If you are going to attach more than 15 devices to your wireless network, you should make sure your router supports which standard? |
802.11ac |
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Wireless network devices use ________ to communicate with each other. |
radio waves |
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For the nodes on a network to communicate with each other and access the network, each node needs a ________. |
network adapter |
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On a network, a(n) ________ helps prevent data packets from colliding with each other. |
switch |
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Which hardware device connects your network to the Internet? |
modem |
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To transfer data packets between two or more networks, a ________ is used. |
router |
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Data are sent through a network in bundles called ________. |
packets |
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All of the following is NOT a home operating systems that supports P2P networking? |
unix |
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Client/server networks are controlled by a central server that runs specialized software called a(n) ________. |
network operating system (NOS) |
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Which of the following is NOT a wired broadband Internet connection option? |
dial-up |
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A(n) ________ device facilitates file sharing and data backup. |
NAS |
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Using a wireless network without the network owner’s permission is known as ________. |
piggybacking |
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All of the following are extra precautions you can take to secure a wireless network EXCEPT ________. |
enable SSID broadcast |
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The unique number assigned to a network adapter by the manufacturer is referred to as the ________ address. |
MAC |
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A printer connected to a wireless network is considered to be a node on that network. |
true |
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Sharing files is a benefit of a network |
true |
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When powering up a home network, make sure all computers and peripherals are turned on before turning on the modem/router. |
false |
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P2P networks are most commonly used in home networks. |
true |
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The Internet is a WAN |
true |
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Current wired Ethernet networks in the United States are based on the IEEE 802.11ac standard. |
false |
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Ethernet networks are always connected using twisted-pair cable technology. |
false |
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Wireless network connections are slower than wired broadband connections. |
true |
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An access point connects to the main router wirelessly |
false |
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Most computers today come with Ethernet adapters already installed. |
true |
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A switch acts like a traffic signal on a network |
true |
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A P2P network needs specialized network operating system software installed on every node. |
false |
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Wireless networks are more vulnerable to attack than wired networks. |
true |
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WEP is a stronger form of security than WPA |
false |
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Limiting your signal range does not help increase wireless network security. |
false |
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