Réseaux Flashcards

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What is a system in the context of information technology?

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A system is a set of interconnected components that work together to achieve a common goal.

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True or False: A network is only comprised of physical devices.

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False

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Fill in the blank: The primary function of a network is to facilitate __________ between devices.

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communication

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What does LAN stand for?

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Local Area Network

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Which of the following is a type of network topology? A) Star B) Circle C) Square D) Triangle

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A) Star

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What is the purpose of a router in a network?

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To direct data packets between different networks.

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True or False: Protocols are rules that define how data is transmitted over a network.

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True

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What does the acronym TCP/IP stand for?

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Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol

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Short Answer: Name one advantage of using a wireless network.

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Increased mobility for users.

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Fill in the blank: A __________ is a device that connects multiple computers to a network and forwards data to the appropriate destination.

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switch

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What is the main purpose of network security?

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To protect data and resources from unauthorized access and attacks.

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Which layer of the OSI model is responsible for data encryption?

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Presentation layer

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True or False: IPv6 provides a larger address space than IPv4.

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True

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What is the function of a firewall in a network?

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To monitor and control incoming and outgoing network traffic based on security rules.

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Fill in the blank: __________ is the process of converting data from one format to another.

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Encoding

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What does the acronym DNS stand for?

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Domain Name System

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Which of the following is a common network protocol? A) FTP B) HTML C) CSS D) XML

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A) FTP

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Short Answer: What is bandwidth?

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The maximum rate of data transfer across a network.

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True or False: A VPN provides a secure connection over a less secure network.

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True

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What is the primary purpose of an IP address?

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To identify a device on a network.

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Fill in the blank: __________ networks are typically used for connecting devices in a limited geographical area.

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Local area

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What does NAT stand for?

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Network Address Translation

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Which layer of the OSI model deals with routing?

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Network layer

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True or False: Peer-to-peer networks require a central server.

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What is the purpose of a subnet mask?
To divide an IP address into network and host portions.
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Short Answer: Name one type of network attack.
Denial of Service (DoS) attack.
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Fill in the blank: __________ is a secure method for accessing a network remotely.
SSH (Secure Shell)
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What is a network system?
A network system is a collection of hardware and software components that enables communication and data exchange between devices.
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True or False: A router connects different networks.
True
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Fill in the blank: The _______ layer of the OSI model is responsible for data transmission over a physical medium.
Physical
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What does IP stand for in networking?
Internet Protocol
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Which device is used to connect multiple devices within the same network?
Switch
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True or False: A firewall is used to enhance network security.
True
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What is the primary function of a modem?
To modulate and demodulate signals for data transmission over telephone lines or cable.
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Multiple Choice: Which protocol is commonly used for secure data transmission? A) HTTP B) FTP C) HTTPS D) SMTP
C) HTTPS
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What is a subnet?
A subnet is a segmented piece of a larger network that allows for better organization and management of IP addresses.
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True or False: The Transport layer in the OSI model is responsible for session management.
False
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What does DNS stand for?
Domain Name System
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Fill in the blank: A _______ is an address that identifies a device on a network.
IP address
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What is the purpose of network protocols?
Network protocols define the rules and conventions for communication between network devices.
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a type of network topology? A) Star B) Circle C) Square D) Triangle
A) Star
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What is bandwidth in networking?
Bandwidth refers to the maximum rate of data transfer across a network path.
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True or False: IPv4 addresses are 128 bits long.
False
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What is NAT?
Network Address Translation, a method used to remap one IP address space into another.
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Fill in the blank: A _______ is a network device that forwards data packets between computer networks.
Router
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What does VPN stand for?
Virtual Private Network
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Multiple Choice: Which layer of the OSI model is responsible for error checking? A) Application B) Transport C) Network D) Data Link
B) Transport
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What is a packet?
A packet is a formatted unit of data carried by a packet-switched network.
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True or False: Ethernet is a protocol used for wireless networking.
False
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What is the purpose of a network switch?
To receive incoming data packets and redirect them to their destination on a local area network.
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Fill in the blank: The _______ layer provides end-to-end communication services for applications.
Transport
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What is a MAC address?
A Media Access Control address is a unique identifier assigned to network interfaces for communications at the data link layer.
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is an example of a network security measure? A) Encryption B) Compression C) Formatting D) Deletion
A) Encryption
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What is the function of DHCP?
Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol automatically assigns IP addresses to devices on a network.