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Networking Tools & Safety Flashcards

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(Wire Crimper) If you’re already a network administrator, then the most common tool that you have probably used is the ____ _______.

A

wire, crimper

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(Wire Crimper) A Wire crimper is used to make ______-______ network cables.

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custom, length

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(Wire Crimper) It crimps ________, such as the RJ45 to twisted-pair cables.

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adapters

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(Wire Crimper) after you have attached your RJ45 adapter to your cable, you just place it into the _______, give it a squeeze, and the cable is done.

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crimper

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(Punchdown tool) A punch-down tool is a tool that resembles a ___________, and this is simply used to connect or punch wires to a _____-____ _____.

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screwdriver, punch, down, block

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(Media Tester) after making a custom-length cable using your wire crimper, it’s a good idea to ____ the cable to make sure it’s wired correctly.
- So, you would just connect ____ ends of the cable into the tester, and then the tool will check the cable for you.

A

test, both

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(Cable Stripper) The plastic shielding around a network cable must be _______ in order to crimp a connector, and this is done by using a _____ ________.

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removed, cable, stripper

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(Cable Stripper) The cable is then inserted into the tool, and then the outer plastic shielding is _______.

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removed

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(TDR) A time-domain reflectometer is a piece of electronic equipment used to ____ ______, such as unshielded twisted-pair and coaxial cable.

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test, cables

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(TDR) This test is done by transmitting a _____ through a _____, and then the signal is reflected back to the ___. (PT.1)

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signal, cable, TDR

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(TDR) The TDR then analyzes the _________ ______ and from there is able to pinpoint if there are any ________. These problems include conductors, loose connectors, shorts, crimps, bends, and so on. (PT.2)

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reflected, signal, problems

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(OTDR) An optical time-domain reflectometer or OTDR does the same thing as a TDR, but it is used on _____ _____ _____.

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fiber, optic, cable

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(OTDR) Instead of transmitting a signal, OTDR transmits light through the cable to ______ ________.

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detect, problems

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(Multimeter) A multimeter is a device that is used to test __________ ________.

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electrical, circuits

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(Multimeter) It’s a popular tool that is used for many different ______.

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trades

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(Multimeter) It can measure _______, __________, current, and continuity, just to name a few.

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voltage, resistance

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(Multimeter) it comes in both ______ and ______ versions.

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analog, digital

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(Butt set) A lot of telephone technicians carry a piece of equipment called a ____ ___.

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butt, set

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(Butt set) a butt set is a device that resembles a _________, and it is used to test and monitor _________ _____.

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telephone, telephone, lines

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(Butt set) The technician will hook up the device, and as its name implies, “____” into a line to hear a conversation to determine if there are any ________, such as noise or something simple like just detecting if there is a ____ ____.

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butt, problems, dial, tone

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(Voltage Event Recorder) A voltage event recorder is a device that is used to collect ____ about the quality of __________ _____.

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data, electrical, power

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(Voltage Event Recorder) The tool is inserted into a _____ ______, where it checks for electrical sags, swells, and variations in _________.

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power, outlet, frequency

23
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(Voltage Event Recorder) It comes with ________ that is installed on a computer, and the data about the power quality is __________ and ________.

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software, downloaded, analyzed

24
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(Tone generator) A tone generator, also known as a ___ ___ _____, is used for ________ ______ from one end to the other.

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fox, and, hound, locating, cables

25
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(Tone generator) So, for ________, if you suspect that you have a bad cable that was grouped with a lot of other cables, and that group was stressed over a long distance, it would be very difficult to isolate one end of the cable from the other. (PT.1)

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example

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(Tone generator) that’s where a tone generator comes in. You just connect a ____ at one end, and then it would generate a ____ through the cable, where the other part of the tool would detect the _____ and ________ the cable. (PT.2)

A

tool, tone, sound, pinpoint

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(protocol analyzer) A protocol analyzer, also known as a ______ _______, is a software or hardware tool used to ____________ and _______ _______ on a network, such as logs, data packets, broadcasts, and so on.

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packet, sniffer, troubleshoot, analyze, traffic

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(protocol analyzer) It can detect network problems, intrusion attempts, and monitor networking issues so a __________ can correct the ________.

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technician, problem

29
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(protocol analyzer) A very common software protocol analyzer is called _________, and it can be downloaded for free at wireshark.org.

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Wireshark

30
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(Virus) A virus is a _______ program that is written to alter the way a ________ operates.

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harmful, computer

31
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(Virus) Most of the time, users do not know that they have a virus until it’s ___ ____.

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too, late

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(Virus) Most viruses are transferred from the ________, such as websites, downloadable programs, and email.

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internet

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(Virus) If a computer virus is not detected and removed, it could ______ and cause serious ______ to computers and ______ in a network.
- That’s why today, network administrators need to use antivirus software.

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spread, damage, servers

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(Antivirus software) Antivirus software is the number ___ protection against viruses.

A

one

35
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(Antivirus software) It’s a software program that scans for viruses on your computer’s ____ _____, targets them, and destroys them before any ______ can be done.

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hard, drive, damage

36
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(Antivirus software) It is also important to remember to always keep your antivirus software _______.

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updated

37
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(Antivirus software) Most updates, if not all, can be downloaded over the internet in order to maintain optimum protection against _______.

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viruses

38
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(Antivirus software) You need to scan your computers on your network on a _______ basis.

A

regular

39
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(Electrostatic Discharge) When working on a computer, it’s important to not do any damage to the computer components that could be caused by ESD, which stands for _____________ _________.

A

Electrostatic, Discharge

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(Electrostatic Discharge) An ESD happens when two objects of the ________ charge, such as your ____ and a computer part, come in contact with each other.
- And when this happens, a sudden charge of electricity flows through the two objects, and this sudden charge of ___________ can damage computer __________.

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opposite, hand, electricity, components

41
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(ESD Wrist strap) By wearing an ESD wrist strap, it can stop the buildup of ______ ___________ in your body by safely _________ you.

A

static, electricity, grounding

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(ESD Wrist strap) One end of the ESD strap fits around your _____, and the other end is grounded. The grounded end can be either attached to the ground pin in a _____ ______ or clipped onto the metal case of the ________.

A

wrist, power, outlet, computer

43
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(ESD mat) Another thing you can do to protect against ESD is by using an ___ ___.

A

ESD, mat

44
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(ESD mat) An ESD mat is typically placed on a ____ where assembly takes place, and the mat removes any __________ ______ from the components that are placed on it.

A

desk, electrical, charge

45
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(ESD mat) Just like an ESD wrist strap, an ESD mat is also connected to a ______.

A

ground

46
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(MSDS) If you’re not sure how to dispose of a particular piece of equipment, you can find a datasheet called the MSDS, which stands for ________ ______ ____ _____.

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Material, Safety, Data, Sheet

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(MSDS) This will tell you the proper way to _______ of that particular piece of equipment.

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dispose

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(MSDS) The MSDS is typically offered by the ____________, or you can download a copy of it from the EPA.

A

manufacturer

49
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(Safety Tips) As a computer technician, it’s always important to prioritize safety when doing any kind of repair work. By following certain ______ rules, you’ll save yourself a lot of time, money, and potential physical harm.

A

safety

50
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  1. Always turn off the power and unplug the power cable before doing any ________ ______ ____. This should be your first step before doing anything. It will protect you from being shocked and prevent damage to the computer.
A

hardware, repair, work

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  1. Remove any hand _______ that you might be wearing, such as rings, bracelets, or wristwatches, as these can potentially _______ ___________.
A

jewelry, conduct, electricity

52
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  1. Take note of where a fire ____________ is located and how to use it properly in case of a fire. In the computer field, a _____ __ fire extinguisher is what you’ll need because Class C is made for __________ _____. It uses a dry chemical powder to extinguish the flame.
A

extinguisher, class, c, electrical, fires

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  1. Practice _____ management. Maintaining a safe work environment is a major part of any job, and tripping hazards are a vital part of it. If you have cables running across walkways, you could be at high risk for a ________ accident. The quickest way to fix this is to relocate any cables that go across walkways and move them somewhere else. If that’s not possible, you can use cable management covers, which neatly organize the cables in a way that you can’t trip over them in high-traffic walking areas.
A

cable, tripping

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  1. Practice proper _______ __________. If you have to lift a heavy object, it’s important to lift it properly to avoid any injury. Never use your back to lift a heavy object; always use your legs. Start out with your feet shoulder-width apart, squat down, maintain good posture by keeping your back straight at all times, and slowly lift by straightening out your legs.
A

lifting, techniques

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