Deck 7: Networking: Connecting Computing Devices

Question 1

Which of the following is NOT used to classify network architectures?

A) Distance between nodes
B) Communication medium
C) Speed of the network
D) Protocol used to exchange data

Answer 1

C

Question 2

Normal telephone cable is a type of ________.

A) fiber-optic cable
B) twisted-pair cable
C) coaxial cable
D) Ethernet cable

Answer 2

B

Question 3

Which transmission medium transmits data the fastest?

A) Twisted-pair cable
B) Coaxial cable
C) Wireless
D) Fiber-optic cable

Answer 3

D

Question 4

All of the following are tasks for network administration of a large organization EXCEPT ________.

A) installing new computers and devices on the network
B) updating and installing new software on the network
C) monitoring network performance
D) purchasing initial equipment for the network

Question 5

Which of the following is NOT a type of cable used in wired networks?

A) Unshielded twisted-pair
B) Coaxial
C) Fiber-optic
D) Unshielded coaxial

Question 6

A client/server network is an example of ________ administration

A) local
B) wide area
C) central
D) remote

Question 7

The fastest version of wireless Ethernet is ________.

A) 802.11n
B) 802.11g
C) 802.11ab
D) 802.11ac

Question 8

________ is the actual speed of data transfer that is achieved and is always less than or equal to the data transfer rate.

A) Benchmark
B) Broadband
C) Bandwidth
D) Throughput

Question 9

A ________ is a device connected to a network such as a printer or a game console.

A) packet
B) node
C) NOS
D) NIC

Question 10

A ________ is a network located in your residence that connects to all your digital devices.

A) MAN
B) WAN
C) HAN
D) LAN

Question 11

A network that spans a large physical distance is called a ________.

A) MAN
B) LAN
C) PAN
D) WAN

Question 12

On a network, a(n) ________ helps prevent data packets from colliding with each other.

A) router
B) hub
C) adapter
D) switch

Question 13

Wireless network devices use ________ to communicate with each other.

A) fiber optics
B) satellites
C) radio waves
D) DSL

Question 14

Which of the following is NOT a type of UTP cable you would use in a wired Ethernet network?

A) Cat 5E
B) Cat 6
C) Cat 6A
D) Cat 7B

Question 15

________ is the maximum speed at which data can be transferred between two nodes.

A) Throughput
B) Bandwidth
C) Broadband
D) Through speed

Question 16

The most popular transmission media option for wired home Ethernet networks is ________ cable.

A) fiber-optic
B) power-line
C) unshielded twisted-pair (UTP)
D) coaxial

Question 17

A peer-to-peer (P2P) network is an example of ________ administration.

A) local
B) wide area
C) central
D) corporate

Question 18

A large network designed to provide access to a specific geographic area, such as a large city, is a ________.

A) MAN
B) PAN
C) LAN
D) WAN

Question 19

For the nodes on a network to communicate with each other and access the network, each node needs a ________.

A) DSL modem
B) network adapter
C) hub
D) router

Question 20

A computer ________ is two or more computers connected using software and hardware so that they can communicate with each other.

A) network
B) switch
C) broadband
D) node

Question 21

________ cable is composed of four pairs of wires that are twisted around each other to reduce electrical interference.

Question 22

Client/server networks are controlled by a central server that runs specialized software called a(n) ________.

A) information management system (ISM)
B) network operating system (NOS)
C) digital subscriber line (DSL)
D) service set identifier (SSID)

Question 23

The term network ________ refers to the design of a network.

Question 24

Many cities in the United States now provide a(n) ________ area network to allow Internet access to residents and tourists.

Question 25

Which of the following is NOT a wired broadband Internet connection option?

A) Cable
B) Dial-up
C) DSL
D) Fiber-optic

Question 26

A network in which the nodes are located within a computer lab is called a(n) ________.

Question 27

All of the following operating systems support P2P networking EXCEPT ________.

A) Windows
B) OS X
C) Unix
D) Linux

Question 28

Using a network without the network owner's permission is known as ________.

A) hijacking
B) spamming
C) piggybacking
D) phishing

Question 29

A(n) ________ device facilitates file sharing and data backup.

A) NAS
B) WAN
C) UTP
D) NOS

Question 30

The unique number assigned to a network adapter by the manufacturer is referred to as the ________ address.

A) MAC
B) IP
C) SSID
D) network

Question 31

A network used to communicate among devices close to one person is called a(n) ________.

Question 32

A(n) ________ network is one where each computer can communicate directly with the others, rather than having a separate device exercise central control over the entire network.

Question 33

Data are sent through a network in bundles called ________.

A) packages
B) pouches
C) packets
D) nodes

Question 34

A(n) ________ is a device that receives data packets and sends them to their intended nodes while preventing data collisions.

Question 35

________ cable consists of a single copper wire surrounded by layers of plastic and is used to connect cable TV.

Question 36

The capability of current devices to use earlier standards is known as ________.

Question 37

________ are devices that transfer packets of data between two or more networks.

Question 38

All of the following are extra precautions you can take to secure a wireless network EXCEPT ________.

A) change your network name (SSID)
B) enable SSID broadcast
C) turn on security protocols
D) create a passphrase

Question 39

To transfer data packets between two or more networks, a ________ is used.

A) router
B) hub
C) firewall
D) switch

Question 40

Sophisticated networks generally use which of the following hardware devices to ease the flow of data through the network?

A) Routers and switches
B) USB ports
C) Firewalls
D) Firmware

Question 41

A(n) ________ network uses radio waves as its transmission medium.

Question 42

Public places where you can wirelessly connect to the Internet are known as ________.

Question 43

SSID stands for ________.

Question 44

The server on a client/server network has specialized ________ software installed.

Question 45

In terms of networking, NOS stands for ________.

Question 46

A(n) ________ network is set up near a wireless network and has a sound-alike name to lure unsuspecting web surfers.

Question 47

In a peer-to-peer network, one computer acts as the central computer.

Question 48

Someone who breaks into computer systems to create mischief or steal information is a(n) ________.

Question 49

P2P networks are most commonly used in home networks.

Question 50

DSL uses ________ cable.

Question 51

WPA stands for ________.

Question 52

When using a wireless connection, ________ translates data so that it is protected.

Question 53

WEP stands for ________.

Question 54

Sharing files is a benefit of a network.

Question 55

Storing files on the ________ avoids having to save them on multiple devices.

Question 56

The Internet is a WAN.

Question 57

A printer connected to a wireless network is considered to be a node on that network.

Question 58

All wireless networks have their own name, referred to as the ________, which is used to identify the network.

Question 59

________ is often referred to as "high-speed Internet."

Question 60

________ refers to connecting to a wireless connection without the permission of the owner.

Question 61

Wireless network connections are slower than wired broadband connections.

Question 62

Wireless networks are more vulnerable to attack than wired networks.

Question 63

A router acts like a traffic signal on a network.

Question 64

Current wired Ethernet networks in the United States are based on the IEEE 802.11ac standard.

Question 65

Limiting your signal range does not help increase wireless network security.

Question 66

The most popular transmission media option for wired Ethernet networks is UTP cable.

Question 67

A P2P network needs network operating system software installed on every node.

Question 68

WEP is a stronger form of security than WPA.

Question 69

Ethernet networks are always connected using twisted-pair cable technology.

Question 70

Most computers today come with Ethernet adapters already installed.