Networking Flashcards
The two most common network classifications are:
- Local Area Network (LAN)
- Wide Area Network (WAN)
The function of the LAN is to interconnect workstation computers for the purpose of ______ and_______.
sharing files and resources
A decentralized network is what type of network?
peer-to-peer network
A general rule of thumb is to have no more than _____
computers connected to a peer-to-peer network
10
What are two basic wired network models?
- peer-to-peer
- client/server
A centralized network is what type of network?
Client /server
What are five common network topologies?
- bus
- ring
- star
- mesh
- wireless
A bus topology uses a _____ or _____ to connect all the computers on the network.
trunk or backbone
Of bus, ring, star, and mesh topology, which of them uses a hub?
star
The _____ or unmanaged, network design does not use an Access Point (AP). All wireless devices connect directly to each other.
ad hoc
On a _______ or managed wireless network, devices use a wireless AP to connect to the network.
infrastructure
A combination of the star topology and the bus topology would be an example of _____ topology.
hybrid
What type of network Topology is picture?
Ring
What type of network Topology is picture?
bus
What type of network Topology is picture?
star
What type of network Topology is picture?
Mesh
What type of network Topology is picture?
Hybrid
_______ is when the computer seeks out a DHCP Server so that it can get its IP information automatically
Dynamic IP address
_____ is when the IP information is configured manuelly
Static IP address
______ is when a computer self assigns an address.
If_______ self assigns an address, it will be on the
169.254.0.0 network
Automatic Private IP addressing (APIPA)
______is the IP address of the host that enables access to the Internet or to other networks.
Gateway address
______is the IP address of the host that takes care of domain name translation to IP.
______takes care of translating the Internet name like davidprowse.com to it’s corresponding IP address and forwarding that information back to the computer.
DNS Server Address
