Windows Networking Flashcards
Which of the following statements describing different methods for organizing Windows-based computers in networks are true? [3]
- Windows-based computers on a network must be part of a workgroup or a domain
- Windows-based computers on workplace networks are usually part of a domain
- Windows-based computers on home networks are usually part of a workgroup
Which of the statements listed below apply to Windows workgroups? [3]
- Workgroups typically consist of no more than twenty computers
- Logging on to any computer in the workgroup requires an account on that computer
- Each computer in the workgroup has its own security policy
Which Control Panel applet in Windows provides access to computer name, domain, and workgroup settings?
system
Which of the following statements apply to Windows domains? [3]
- Logging on to any computer requires a single set of credentials
- Security policies are administered centrally
- Windows domains are based on client-server networking architecture
Which of the following locations/steps allows to view network shares in Windows? [5]
- Windows Command Prompt -> net share -> Enter (all network shares)
- Windows Run dialog box -> \computer name -> Enter (user shares only)
- Shared Folders menu in the Computer Management utility (all network shares)
- Windows Command Prompt -> net view \computer name -> Enter (user shares only)
- Windows Command Prompt -> net view \computer name /all -> Enter (all network shares)
In MS Windows, the “$” sign appended to the end of the name of a network share indicates that the shared folder or drive is:
hidden
Which of the following characters indicates that a Windows network share is intended for administrative access?
$
Which of the following locations in Windows 7 allows to create a shortcut to a shared folder or computer on a network?
Windows Explorer -> Computer -> Map network drive
Which of the following locations in Windows 8/8.1/10 allows to create a shortcut to a shared folder or computer on a network?
File Explorer -> This PC -> Computer tab -> Map Network drive
Which of the following locations in Windows 10 provide access to configuration options that allow to share a local printer with other PCs on a network? [2]
- Windows Start button -> Settings -> Devices -> Printers & scanners -> select a printer -> Manage -> Printer Properties -> Sharing tab
- Control Panel -> Devices and Printers applet -> right-click on a selected printer -> Printer Properties -> Sharing tab
Which of the following locations in Windows 10 provide access to configuration options for connecting a network printer to a PC (network printer mapping)? [2]
- Windows Start button -> Settings -> Devices -> Printers & scanners -> Add printers & scanners -> Add a printer or scanner -> select a printer -> Add Device
- Control Panel -> Devices and Printers applet -> Add a printer
Which of the following locations in Windows provide access to dial-up and VPN settings? [3]
- Internet Options (Connections tab)
- Network and Sharing Center
- Settings menu
A system that uses public network (such as the Internet) as a means for creating private encrypted connections between remote locations is known as:
Virtual Private Network (VPN)
Which of the following settings are used for establishing a VPN connection in Windows? [3]
- Internet address (domain name or IPv4/IPv6 address)
- Destination name
- Smart card (optional)
Which of the following Internet access types takes advantage of PSTN lines?
Dial-up
Which of the following settings are used for establishing a dial-up connection in Windows? [3]
- Dial-up phone number
- user name
- password
What type of configuration info is used for setting up a wireless connection in Windows? [4]
Network name
Encryption type
Security type
Security key
Which of the following terms describes the most common type of wired connections used in modern networks?
ethernet
Which of the following takes advantage of cell towers that provide wireless signal coverage for mobile devices?
wwan
In computer networking, a computer system or an application that acts as an intermediary between another computer and the Internet is commonly referred to as:
proxy