Brainscape's Knowledge GenomeTM

Browse over 1 million classes created by top students, professors, publishers, and experts.


See full index

Computers > Networking > Flashcards

Networking Flashcards

1
Q

A twisted pair wire of less than 100 yards that can carry data at more than 100mbps is a _____.

A

Cat-5

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
2
Q

A computer language translator for information coming into a network that is often paired with a firewall is called a _____.

A

Modem

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
3
Q

The connector terminating the ends of every network patch cable whose name contains two letters and two numbers is _____.

A

RJ-45

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
4
Q

A boxy device with multiple ports that connect network hardware together and provide a bridge for data to travel over, but do not regulate the traffic or direct the traffic to any specific location. They are called a _____.

A

Hub

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
5
Q

A(n) _____ is a boxy device with multiple ports that connect network hardware together. When data packets flow through them, they can manage the data traffic as a 4-way stop sign would at some intersections.

A

Switch

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
6
Q

A(n) _____ is a boxy device with multiple ports that connect network hardware together. Not only can it direct and regulate traffic, but it can be programmed to respond to different network needs and can send specific types of data to specific places on the network. They are like a traffic cop directing traffic at an intersection.

A

Internet Router

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
7
Q

A super highway for data traffic in large networks that is compared to as an important human body part that has a similar function is called the _____.

A

Internet Backbone

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
8
Q

_____ is a twisted pair copper wire that is capable of transferring data at speeds from 500mbps to 1000mbps over short distances and is the new standard for wired networks.

A

Cat-6

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
9
Q

_____ is a computer component with a jack for a network cable. It is the hardware interface between a computer and the wired or wireless network.

A

NIC (Network Interface Card)

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
10
Q

A wire with an optically pure glass core that can transfer data very quickly over long distances on the back of bouncing light particles is called a(n) _____.

A

Fiber Optic

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
11
Q

A robust computer that is designed to manage requests for services or information from other computers on a network and is new and powerful at HVA is called a(n) _____.

A

Server

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
12
Q

A network cable that has jacks at both ends and can be used to easily connect or disconnet network devices is called a(n) _____.

A

Ethernet Cable

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
13
Q

_____ is a group of interconnected disks that are often used for backup or speed on a network.

A

RAID (Redundant Array of Interconnected Disks)

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
14
Q

A _____ is a device that translates signals between the analog and digital world. Without it, no one would be able to receive or send data over the internet in their homes.

A

Gateway

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
15
Q

Why is a twisted pair, twisted?

A

Wires are twisted to keep electromagnetic interference from entering and deleting data. Just like TV antennas stop ‘frizz’ from happening.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
16
Q

What does the protocol TCP/IP do?

A

TCP/IP splits data into packets and then decides where the pieces are sent to.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
17
Q

What does TCP stand for and what does it do?

A

TCP stands for Transmission Control Protocol. It breaks up data into packets at the beginning of the process and then reassembles them at the end.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
18
Q

What does IP stand for and what does it do?

A

IP stands for Internet Protocol. It addresses each data packet which shows them how to get to the correct computer or place.

19
Q

What numbers does the IP Address 4 use when addressing data packets?

A

0-255; Example: 192.168.7.41

20
Q

What happens when you search something on the internet?

A

A request is made to a server warehouse until the information is found. Then, TCP/IP breaks up the information into packets, sends it to your computer, and reassembles it into a picture.

21
Q

Are all data packets the same size?

A

No, their size varies upon their content.

22
Q

A computer that provides multiple services is called a(n) _____.

A

Server

23
Q

What are the three sizes of networks?

A

LAN, MAN, and WAN

24
Q

What network size is the smallest and which is the largest?

A

The smallest network size is a LAN. The largest network size is a WAN.

25
Q

Which size of network can be made of multiple MANs?

A

A WAN network

26
Q

What does LAN, MAN, and WAN stand for?

A

LAN- Local Area Network; MAN- Metropolitan Area Network; WAN- Wide Area Network

27
Q

True or False: In order to be a LAN, the network must span 30+ miles. If false, explain.

A

False, a LAN is a network within a local building. A WAN must span at least 30+ miles. If a network isn’t larger than 30+ miles, it is considered a MAN.

28
Q

What is one purpose of a MAN?

A

A MAN can be used to share information to different buildings farther apart. As an example, a college may have medical research that it will send to a hospital.

29
Q

What are the two parts that make up a network?

A

Nodes and Communications Media

30
Q

What is a node?

A

A node is a physical piece of a network.

31
Q

What are communications media?

A

Communications media are the wires and wireless signals that transport data to nodes.

32
Q

Give an example of an output device.

A

A Printer

33
Q

_____ is a cable with a glass core that transports data by having it bounce on light pules/particles.

A

Fiber Optic

34
Q

What acts as the map key to an IP address?

A

A Subnet Mask

35
Q

What two numbers do subnet masks use?

A

0 and 255

36
Q

What is the interface that connects a computer to a network? What does it’s acronym stand for?

A

A NIC- Network Interface Card

37
Q

What does a subnet mask show people in an IP address?

A

A subnet mask can be used to find the network of a computer, and the individual computer on the network.

38
Q

That part of a subnet mask code is the network? Which is the individual computer?

A

The 255 sections tell you which network while the 0 part tells you which individual computer.

39
Q

A _____ can run your PC, refrigerator, etc.

A

Web Server

40
Q

What happens when a data packet is destroyed?

A

The IP address gets notified and sends an exact replica of the estroyed one.

41
Q

What protects your computer from infections and viruses?

A

A Firewall

42
Q

True of False: The firewall can prevent corporate information from going onto the internet. If False, explain.

A

True

43
Q

What is the purpose of a network?

A

Networks make transferring information and data to other users possible.

Computers (3 decks)

Brainscape helps you reach your goals faster, through stronger study habits.
© 2024 Bold Learning Solutions. Terms and Conditions