Networking Flashcards

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What are the seven layers of the OSI Model?

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Physical, Data Link, Network, Transport, Session, Presentation, Application.

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What is data communication?

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The process of transmitting data between devices using a medium like cables or wireless signals.

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Name three common network topologies.

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Star, Ring, Mesh.

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What are the main types of networks?

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LAN (Local Area Network), WAN (Wide Area Network), and MAN (Metropolitan Area Network).

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What is WAN termination?

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The point where a WAN connection ends, usually at a router or modem.

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What is a virtual network?

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A network where components like servers and routers are virtualized, often in cloud environments.

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What is a provider link in networking?

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The connection between a user’s network and their internet service provider.

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What is copper cabling used for in networking?

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Copper cables, like Ethernet cables, are used to transmit data through electrical signals.

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What are the advantages of optical fiber?

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High speed and long-distance data transmission using light signals.

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Give an example of a network connector.

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RJ-45 connector used for Ethernet cables.

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What is the function of a network transceiver?

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: It transmits and receives data over network cables or wireless connections

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Why is cable management important in networking?

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It keeps cables organized, reduces clutter, and prevents damage or disconnection.

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What do Ethernet standards define?

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The physical and data link layers for wired networks, including speeds and cabling types.

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Why is binary math important in networking?

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It’s used for tasks like IP addressing, subnetting, and calculating host addresses.

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What is IPv4 addressing?

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A system for assigning 32-bit addresses to devices on a network.

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What does NAT do in networking?

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NAT translates private IP addresses to a public IP address for devices accessing the internet.

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17
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What is network communication?

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The exchange of data between devices over a network.

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What is classful subnetting?

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An older method of dividing IP addresses based on predefined classes (A, B, C).

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How do you calculate the number of subnets and hosts in an IPv4 network?

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By using the subnet mask to determine how many bits are used for the network and how many for hosts.

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What is magic number subnetting?

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A method to quickly determine subnet ranges using the “magic number” from the subnet mask.

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How is IPv6 addressing different from IPv4?

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IPv6 uses 128-bit addresses compared to IPv4’s 32-bit, allowing for more unique addresses.

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What is the default subnet mask for IPv6?

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/64 is the default subnet mask for most IPv6 networks.

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23
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What is needed to configure IPv6 on a network device?

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Assign an IPv6 address and configure a default gateway for communication.

24
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What is the purpose of port numbers in networking?

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Ports allow multiple services to use the same IP address but different communication endpoints (e.g., HTTP uses port 80).

25
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Name three useful networking protocols.

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DHCP, DNS, and FTP.

26
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What does DHCP do?

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DHCP automatically assigns IP addresses to devices on a network.

27
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What must be configured to set up DHCP?

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A DHCP server and a range of IP addresses to assign.

28
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Name two common DNS record types.

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A (Address) record and MX (Mail Exchange) record.

29
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What does NTP stand for and do?

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Network Time Protocol, used to synchronize time across devices on a network.

30
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What is network architecture?

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The design and structure of a computer network, including hardware, software, protocols, and communication methods.

31
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What is a Storage Area Network (SAN)?

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A dedicated network that provides access to consolidated, block-level data storage.

32
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What are the three main cloud models?

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Public cloud, private cloud, and hybrid cloud.

33
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What is involved in designing a cloud infrastructure?

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Planning for scalability, security, network architecture, and cost-efficiency.

34
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What are networked devices?

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Devices like routers, switches, and computers that connect and communicate within a network.

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What is a network switch?

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A device that connects devices within a network and forwards data to its destination.

36
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Name an advanced networking device.

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Firewalls and load balancers are examples of advanced networking devices.

37
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What is dynamic routing?

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A routing method where routers automatically update their routing tables based on network changes.

38
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What are routing technologies used for?

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They are used to determine the best path for data to travel through a network.

39
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What is Ethernet?

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A standard for connecting devices in a wired local area network (LAN) using copper or fiber-optic cables.

40
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What is a VLAN and what does trunking do?

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A VLAN (Virtual LAN) segments network traffic, and trunking allows multiple VLANs to pass through a single network link.

41
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What does Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) prevent?

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STP prevents network loops by creating a loop-free logical topology.

42
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What are interface configurations in networking?

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Settings and parameters applied to network interfaces, such as IP addressing and subnet masks.

43
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What is the difference between a straight-through cable and a crossover cable?

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Straight-through cables connect devices of different types, while crossover cables connect similar devices (e.g., switch to switch).

44
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Name two common wireless standards.

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802.11n and 802.11ac.

45
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What are two common wireless technologies?

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Wi-Fi and Bluetooth.

46
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Name two types of wireless encryption.

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WPA2 and WPA3.

47
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What are two cellular network standards?

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4G LTE and 5G.

48
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What is SNMP used for?

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It is used to manage and monitor network devices.

49
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Why are logs and monitoring important in networking?

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They help detect issues, monitor performance, and ensure security compliance.

50
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What are plans and procedures used for in networking?

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They are established guidelines for managing network operations and responding to incidents.

51
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What is the purpose of a security policy in networking?

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To establish rules and practices for protecting the network and data.

52
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Why is network documentation important?

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It provides a detailed map and record of network devices, configurations, and processes.

53
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What is high availability in networking?

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The ability of a network to remain operational with minimal downtime.

54
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What is network infrastructure support?

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Services and management that ensure the continuous operation of network infrastructure components.

55
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What is a recovery site in networking?

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A secondary location that can be used to restore network operations in case of a disaster.

56
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What is network redundancy?

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The practice of providing multiple paths for data flow to ensure network availability in case of failure.