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Tech+ Mod 5 Flashcards

1
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What numbering system uses the digits 0-7?

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Octal

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Which numbering system is used to represent file permissions in Linux?

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Octal

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How many sets of two hexadecimal numbers are in a MAC address?

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6

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What is a Type I hypervisor?

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A hypervisor installed directly on the computer and interacts with its hardware.

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Which of the following is a characteristic of a physical address?

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It is assigned by the device manufacturer

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What type of hypervisor is needed to use virtualization on an existing OS?

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Type II hypervisor

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Why do most Wi-Fi routers support multiple standards?

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To ensure compatibility with both old and new devices

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What format uses four sets of numbers with periods between them to represent an IP address?

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Dotted decimal notation

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9
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What wireless technology requires less than 2 inches to connect?

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Near Field Communication (NFC)

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10
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How can virtualization stop viruses?

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By isolating the malware within a guest operating system, preventing it from infecting the host computer or network.

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What is an intranet?

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A private LAN for a company or organization

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12
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What is the maximum number a single byte can hold?

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225

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Which type of cable is most commonly used in wired networks?

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Ethernet cable

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14
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What happens to Wi-Fi signal strength as you move farther from the router?

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It decreases

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15
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What is a benefit of using one large server with multiple virtual servers running on it?

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It reduces the overall cost of hardware and maintenance.

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16
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What happens when you connect your mobile device to Bluetooth earbuds?

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You create a personal area network (PAN)

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17
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In computing, why is the hexadecimal system useful?

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It uses fewer digits to represent binary numbers.

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18
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What are the three types of cables that carry Internet data?

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Fiber optic cable, coaxial cable, and twisted pair copper wire

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What is a virtual machine (VM)?

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A guest operating system installed on a host computer using virtualization software.

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What is the benefit of virtualization if a host machine is damaged?

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Virtual machines can be easily moved to another physical computer

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21
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How many potential values can a single bit store?

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2

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What is a guest operating system (OS)?

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The OS that runs inside a virtual environment

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23
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Why is a firewall important for a network connected to the internet?

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It filters out bad data and protects the network

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How do enterprise APs typically connect to the main network?

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Using an Ethernet cable

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25
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Which type of cable is most commonly found inside houses?

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Twisted pair copper wire

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26
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What device takes the signal from the modem and sends it to the switch?

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Router

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27
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Which of the following best describes a Wide Area Network (WAN)?

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A network that spans a large geographical area, often connecting multiple smaller networks

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What is one of the best parts of small wireless networks?

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They make it simple to share an internet connection.

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29
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What device is usually used to connect a LAN to a WAN?

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Router

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30
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What is the traditional way of setting up and running systems and software called?

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On-premises management

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31
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What is the definition of network media?

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The pathways that connect computers together to share information

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32
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Which cloud service model provides physical equipment such as servers, routers, and storage?

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Which cloud service model provides physical equipment such as servers, routers, and storage?

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How do computers use binary to represent information?

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By using combinations of only two values: 0 and 1

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34
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What is the purpose of a toner probe?

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To find where a network cable starts or ends

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35
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What is the unique code that switches use to send data to the right device?

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MAC address

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36
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Which cloud service model is best for businesses that want to save money and time by not handling physical servers themselves?

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Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS)

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37
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What is latency in the context of internet speed?

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The delay that occurs when data packets travel over the internet

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The Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) established what standards for wireless communications?

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802.11

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39
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How many bits does each hexadecimal digit represent in a network address?

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4

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40
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How do virtual servers make the network administrator’s job easier?

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They consolidate resources, making management simpler.

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41
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In a client-server model, what role does the server play?

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It fulfills client requests

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What is the main advantage of a WAN for a company?

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Seamless communication and sharing of information

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43
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Who is responsible for overseeing a LAN?

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Network Administrators

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44
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How is the 2.4 GHz frequency better than the 5 GHz frequency?

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It can travel longer distances.

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45
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What is the primary purpose of the ASCII format?

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To represent characters such as letters, numbers, and symbols in binary

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46
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What is the main limitation of the ASCII format?

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It only supports 128 characters, primarily based on the English language

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47
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Which cloud service model is usually for developers and database administrators?

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Platform as a Service (PaaS)

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48
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What is a peer-to-peer relationship in networking?

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Both computers can request and provide resources

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49
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What is required for a virtual platform?

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A computer, a hypervisor, and guest operating systems.

50
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Which of the following is a characteristic of logical addresses?

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They can be changed by software

51
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What counting system do humans most commonly use?

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Decimal

52
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What unit is used to measure latency?

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Milliseconds (ms)

53
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What is virtualization?

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A technology that allows multiple operating systems to run on a single computer simultaneously.

54
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What do you need to use the latest frequency bands like 6 GHz?

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A router and devices that support the latest Wi-Fi standards

55
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What is cloud virtualization?

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Making virtual copies of computer resources and putting them on rented server space.

56
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What is the term for unique numbers assigned to different types of network traffic?

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Network Ports

57
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What is one advantage of using virtual machines for training?

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It allows students to practice using a live operating system without impacting the production environment.

58
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What is a network interface card (NIC)?

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A device that connects a computer to a network

59
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What is a WLAN?

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A type of wireless network

60
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Which cloud service model allows you to use a program through your web browser over the Internet?

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Software as a Service (SaaS)

61
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What is the effect of interference on a Wi-Fi signal?

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Decreased signal strength and network speed

62
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How does a hypervisor manage the CPU for virtual machines?

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It divides the real CPU so multiple virtual machines can use it.

63
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What is the smallest unit of measure for a computer?

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Bit

64
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What do you call a group of computer systems connected to share information?

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A network

65
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Besides a network administrator, how can IP addresses be assigned?

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By DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol)

66
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What is a private cloud?

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A cloud environment set up just for authorized users within an organization

67
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How many bytes are in a kilobyte (KB)?

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1024

68
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What is a “sandbox” in the context of virtual servers?

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A virtual environment for testing new apps and programs safely.

69
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What frequency bands are available if you are using Wi-Fi 6G or 6E?

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2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, and 6 GHz

70
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What does a byte represent in computing?

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A group of 8 bits

71
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What is the risk of having a WiFi network without encryption?

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Unwanted people can access the network

72
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What is a MAN?

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A network that covers a city

73
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What does Unicode provide that ASCII does not?

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Support for emojis

74
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What is a “ping” test used for?

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Measuring latency

75
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What is an example of Software as a Service (SaaS)?

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Gmail

76
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What is the main reason for transitioning from IPv4 to IPv6?

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IPv4 addresses are running out.

77
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What does LAN stand for?

A

Local Area Network

78
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What is one advantage of using multiple guest OSs on a single physical computer?

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They can perform different tasks independently

79
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How is the 5 GHz frequency better than the 2.4 GHz frequency?

A

It has less interference from other devices

80
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What can the hypervisor do if a virtual machine needs more memory?

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It can assign more memory from the real computer to the virtual machine.

81
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How many wires are inside an Ethernet cable?

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8

82
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What type of router is best suited for small offices or homes?

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Consumer router

83
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What is container virtualization?

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A lighter way to run many apps without them interfering with each other.

84
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What is the role of a firewall in a LAN?

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To block unauthorized access

85
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What does a cable tester do?

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Checks if a cable is working

86
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How many bits are in an IPv6 address?

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128

87
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What is the base of the hexadecimal numbering system?

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16

88
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What is a SOHO network?

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A network for small offices or home offices

89
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What property of radio waves is described as the height of peaks and the depth of troughs?

A

Amplitude

90
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What does an RJ-45 plug connect to?

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A network socket

91
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What is the purpose of network protocols?

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To create a common set of rules for network communication

92
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What is a hybrid cloud?

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A combination of public and private cloud models

93
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What is port forwarding?

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A way to send network traffic to a new address

94
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Why is it useful to learn how to make Ethernet cables yourself?

A

You can make cables of specific lengths

95
Q

What should you do to make your router more secure?

A

Change the SSID and password

96
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What is the primary purpose of a VPN for remote users?

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To create a secure connection over the Internet for remote users

97
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Which type of hypervisor requires an existing operating system to run?

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Type 2

98
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What is the role of a hypervisor in virtualization?

A

It manages the virtual machine environment and facilitates interaction with the host hardware and network.

99
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What is a MAC address?

A

A unique hexadecimal number hardcoded in a device

100
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What feature allows switches to send electricity through Ethernet cables?

A

PoE

101
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Why is WEP considered insecure today?

A

It is easily hacked

102
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Which 802.11 standard was the first to allow more than one frequency band?

A

802.11n

103
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Which port number is used for secure web communication?

A

443

104
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What is the main function of a modem?

A

To translate signals from the ISP into a form your devices can understand

105
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How many bits are in an IPv4 address?

A

32

106
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What is attenuation in the context of Wi-Fi signals?

A

The loss of signal strength as you move away from the router

107
Q

What device is commonly used to connect computers in a LAN?

A

Switch

108
Q

Which of the following hexadecimal digits represents the decimal number 15?

A

F

109
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Why is a Type 1 hypervisor also known as a bare-metal hypervisor?

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Because it runs directly on the computer hardware without needing an operating system

110
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What is a public cloud deployment?

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A cloud environment shared among many unrelated organizations

111
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Which port number is used for the Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP)?

A

80

112
Q

What tool is used to connect an RJ-45 cable to its clip?

A

Crimper

113
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Which computer component is not needed to share information on a network?

A

Network storage

114
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What is the main difference between managed and unmanaged switches?

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Managed switches can be configured, unmanaged switches cannot

115
Q

Which of the following is an example of a network in daily life?

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Using a debit or credit card at a store

116
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What is the primary function of a wireless access point (AP)?

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To enable wireless devices to connect to the network

117
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What is a VLAN?

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A logical network segment within a larger network

118
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What is a pre-shared key?

A

A password used to access a wireless network

119
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What is the current standard for WiFi encryption that is considered very secure?

A

WPA3

120
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What is the easiest way to add Wi-Fi to a desktop computer that doesn’t have it built-in?

A

Use a USB wireless adapter

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