A+ 901 Test 17

Question 1

A type of network consisting of computers and peripheral devices that use high-frequency radio waves to communicate with each other is commonly referred to as:

Answer 1

WLAN

Question 2

The disadvantage from using this device results from a fact that any incoming signal on any of its ports is re-created and sent out on any connected ports, which in turn forces all the connected devices to share the total amount of available bandwidth.

Answer 2

Hub

Question 3

Which of the following answers refers to a data link layer (Layer 2) device designed to forward data packets between Local Area Network (LAN) segments?

Answer 3

Switch

Question 4

A device designed to filter and transfer IP packets between dissimilar types of computer networks is called:

Answer 4

Router

Question 5

An infrastructure device designed for connecting wireless/wired client devices to a network is commonly referred to as:

Answer 5

Access Point (AP)

Question 6

What type of device would be the most convenient for interconnecting two or more physically separated network segments?

Answer 6

Wireless bridge

Question 7

Which of the devices listed below allows for establishing a communication channel over a PSTN?

Answer 7

Analog modem

Question 8

Which of the following devices can be installed in an AMR slot?

Answer 8

Modem

Question 9

A software or hardware that checks information coming from the Internet and depending on the applied configuration settings either blocks it or allows it to pass through is called:

Answer 9

Firewall

Question 10

A simple device consisting of multiple computer ports arranged in rows used for the purpose of cable management is known as:

Answer 10

Patch panel

Question 11

A type of network device that amplifies received signal so it can be transmitted over greater distance without loss in quality is called:

Answer 11

Repeater

Question 12

Which of the answers listed below refers to a network device that allows to overcome limitations related to the maximum allowable cable segment length?

Answer 12

Extender

Question 13

A computer networking technology that enables sending data over wiring used for transmission of electrical power is called:

Answer 13

PLC

Question 14

Which of the following acronyms refers to a solution that allows for carrying both data and electrical power over a single twisted-pair Ethernet cable?

Answer 14

PoE

Question 15

Which of the following tools would be used for attaching RJ-45 connectors to a twisted-pair Ethernet cable?

Answer 15

Crimper

Question 16

What is the name of a tool used for removing electrical insulation cover from electric wires?

Answer 16

Wire stripper

Question 17

Which of the tools listed below would be used for testing power supply voltage output?

Answer 17

Multimeter

Question 18

What is the name of a networking tool used for locating a cable in a cabling bundle or tracing individual wires in a cable?

Answer 18

Toner and probe kit

Question 19

A type of tool used for verifying correct electrical connections of wires in a cable is known as:

Answer 19

Cable tester

Question 20

While troubleshooting problems with a Network Interface Card (NIC), connector pins on the NIC’s port can be tested with the use of:

Answer 20

Loopback plug

Question 21

Which of the networking tools listed below is used for attaching wires to a patch panel?

Answer 21

Punchdown tool

Question 22

Which of the following networking tools would be of help in determining the optimal placement of a WAP?

Answer 22

Wi-Fi analyzer

Question 23

A hardware solution designed to extend the functionality of a laptop computer by providing the capability to add various types of devices on an external expansion card is called:

Answer 23

ExpressCard

Question 24

A hardware technology designed as a replacement for the PCMCIA standard is called:

Answer 24

ExpressCard

Question 25

ExpressCard /34 and ExpressCard /54 are two form factors specified by the ExpressCard standard. Numbers after slash in these two form factors refer to the card’s:

Answer 25

Width