Module 1 - Networking Today Flashcards
Which of the following is the name for all computers connected to a network that participate directly in network communication?
- servers
- intermediary devices
- hosts
- media
hosts
When data is encoded as pulses of light, which media is being used to transmit the data?
- wireless
- Fiber-optic cable
- copper cable
Fiber-optic cable
Which connections are specialized ports on a networking device that connect to individual networks?
- Port
- NIC
- Interface
Interface
Which network infrastructure provides access to users and end devices in a small geographical area, which is typically a network in a department in an enterprise, a home, or small business?
- Extranet
- Intranet
- LAN
- WAN
LAN
Which two devices are intermediary devices? (Choose two)
- hosts
- routers
- servers
- switches
- routers
- switches
Which type of network topology lets you see which end devices are connected to which intermediary devices and what media is being used?
- Physical topology
- Logical topology
Logical topology
Which connection physically connects the end device to the network?
- Port
- NIC
- Interface
NIC
Which type of network topology lets you see the actual location of intermediary devices and cable installation?
- Physical topology
- Logical topology
Physical topology
Which network infrastructure might an organization use to provide secure and safe access to individuals who work for a different organization but require access to the organization’s data?
- Extranet
- Intranet
- LAN
- WAN
Extranet
Which network infrastructure provides access to other networks over a large geographical area, which is often owned and managed by a telecommunications service provider?
- Extranet
- Intranet
- LAN
- WAN
WAN
When designers follow accepted standards and protocols, which of the four basic characteristics of network architecture is achieved?
- fault tolerance
- Scalability
- QoS
- Security
Scalability
Confidentiality, integrity, and availability are requirements of which of the four basic characteristics of network architecture?
- fault tolerance
- Scalability
- QoS
- Security
Security
With which type of policy, a router can manage the flow of data and voice traffic, giving priority to voice communications if the network experiences congestion?
- fault tolerance
- Scalability
- QoS
- Security
QoS
Having multiple paths to a destination is known as redundancy. This is an example of which characteristic of network architecture?
- fault tolerance
- Scalability
- QoS
- Security
fault tolerance
Which feature is a good conferencing tool to use with others who are located elsewhere in your city, or even in another country?
- BYOD
- Video communications
- Cloud computing
Video communications
Which feature describes using personal tools to access information and communicate across a business or campus network?
- BYOD
- Video communications
- Cloud computing
BYOD
Which feature contains options such as Public, Private, Custom and Hybrid?
- BYOD
- Video communications
- Cloud computing
Cloud computing
Which feature is being used when connecting a device to the network using an electrical outlet?
- Smart home technology
- Powerline
- Wireless broadband
Powerline
Which feature uses the same cellular technology as a smart phone?
- Smart home technology
- Powerline
- Wireless broadband
Wireless broadband
Which attack slows down or crashes equipment and programs?
- Firewall
- Virus, worm, or Trojan horse
- Zero-day or Zero-hour
- Virtual Private Network (VPN)
- Denial of Service (DoS)
Denial of Service (DoS)
Which option describes a network attack that occurs on the first day that a vulnerability becomes known?
- Firewall
- Virus, worm, or Trojan horse
- Zero-day or Zero-hour
- Virtual Private Network (VPN)
- Denial of Service (DoS)
Zero-day or Zero-hour
Which option creates a secure connection for remote workers?
- Firewall
- Virus, worm, or Trojan horse
- Zero-day or Zero-hour
- Virtual Private Network (VPN)
- Denial of Service (DoS)
Virtual Private Network (VPN)
Which option blocks unauthorized access to your network?
- Firewall
- Virus, worm, or Trojan horse
- Zero-day or Zero-hour
- Virtual Private Network (VPN)
- Denial of Service (DoS)
Firewall
Which option describes malicious code running on user devices?
- Firewall
- Virus, worm, or Trojan horse
- Zero-day or Zero-hour
- Virtual Private Network (VPN)
- Denial of Service (DoS)
Virus, worm, or Trojan horse
How does BYOD change the way in which businesses implement networks?
- BYOD requires organizations to purchase laptops rather than desktops.
- BYOD users are responsible for their own network security, thus reducing the need for organizational security policies.
- BYOD devices are more expensive than devices that are purchased by an organization.
- BYOD provides flexibility in where and how users can access network resources.
BYOD provides flexibility in where and how users can access network resources.
An employee wants to access the network of the organization remotely, in the safest possible way. What network feature would allow an employee to gain secure remote access to a company network?
- ACL
- IPS
- VPN
- BYOD
VPN
What characteristic of a network enables it to quickly grow to support new users and applications without impacting the performance of the service being delivered to existing users?
- reliability
- scalability
- quality of service
- accessibility
scalability
What are two functions of end devices on a network? (Choose two.)
- They originate the data that flows through the network.
- They direct data over alternate paths in the event of link failures.
- They filter the flow of data to enhance security.
- They are the interface between humans and the communication network.
- They provide the channel over which the network message travels.
- They are the interface between humans and the communication network.
- They originate the data that flows through the network.
In which scenario would the use of a WISP be recommended?
- an Internet cafe in a city
- a farm in a rural area without wired broadband access
- any home with multiple wireless devices
- an apartment in a building with cable access to the Internet
a farm in a rural area without wired broadband access
What is the Internet?
- It is a network based on Ethernet technology.
- It provides network access for mobile devices.
- It provides connections through interconnected global
networks. - It is a private network for an organization with LAN and WAN connections.
It provides connections through interconnected global
networks.
A college is building a new dormitory on its campus. Workers are digging in the ground to install a new water pipe for the dormitory. A worker accidentally damages a fiber optic cable that connects two of the existing dormitories to the campus data center. Although the cable has been cut, students in the dormitories only experience a very short interruption of network services. What characteristic of the network is shown here?
- quality of service (QoS)
- scalability
- security
- fault tolerance
- integrity
fault tolerance
What are two characteristics of a scalable network? (Choose two.)
- easily overloaded with increased traffic
- grows in size without impacting existing users
- is not as reliable as a small network
- suitable for modular devices that allow for expansion
- offers limited number of applications
- grows in size without impacting existing users
- suitable for modular devices that allow for expansion
Which two Internet connection options do not require that physical cables be run to the building? (Choose two.)
- DSL
- cellular
- satellite
- dialup
- dedicated leased line
- cellular
- satellite
Which device performs the function of determining the path that messages should take through internetworks?
- a router
- a firewall
- a web server
- a DSL modem
a router
What type of network must a home user access in order to do online shopping?
- an intranet
- the Internet
- an extranet
- a local area network
the Internet
During a routine inspection, a technician discovered that software that was installed on a computer was secretly collecting data about websites that were visited by users of the computer. Which type of threat is affecting this computer?
- DoS attack
- identity theft
- spyware
- zero-day attack
spyware
Which term refers to a network that provides secure access to the corporate offices by suppliers, customers and collaborators?
- Internet
- intranet
- extranet
- extendednet
- extranet
A large corporation has modified its network to allow users to access network resources from their personal laptops and smart phones. Which networking trend does this describe?
- cloud computing
- online collaboration
- bring your own device
- video conferencing
bring your own device
What is an ISP?
- It is a standards body that develops cabling and wiring standards for networking.
- It is a protocol that establishes how computers within a local network communicate.
- It is an organization that enables individuals and businesses to connect to the Internet.
- It is a networking device that combines the functionality of -several different networking devices in one.
It is an organization that enables individuals and businesses to connect to the Internet.
