Section 3.2 Flashcards
What is the purpose of Change Management?
to minimize downtime when changes are made to the network
What is a System Life Cycle (SLC)?
the proper way to implement and eventually decommission a network/IT system
What are Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)?
detailed step-by-step instructions on how to complete routine tasks with minimal errors
What is the Remote Access Policy?
rules for connecting to an organization remotely
What is a Security Policy?
rules for minimizing security breaches, physically and for data
What is Data Loss Prevention?
strategies and tools to prevent data loss
What does a Floor Plan show?
the physical layout of the entire network infrastructure
What is a Rack Diagram?
a diagram detailing the layout of a physical rack’s components
What’s the difference between MDF and IDF?
MDF is the main core of the network
IDF is the secondary (intermediate) core that all endpoints connect to
How is a Logical Network Diagram different from a Physical one?
it shows how the data flows in a network, such as subnets, routing, IPs, and VLANs
What’s the purpose of a Wiring Diagram when there is already a Physical Network Diagram?
it details the specifics of the cabling and connectors
What is a Site Survey Report?
it details what is needed to deploy a wireless infrastructure
What is an Audit and Assessment Report?
it gauges the network’s performance and its security posture
What are Baseline Configurations used for?
to use as a reference point to detect anomalies and performance issues
What is a Service-Level Agreement?
a contract that details the responsibilities of both the service provider and client
