Exam 24: Network Fundamentals

A(n) ____ is a type of fiber-optic telephone line that can transmit up to 1.544 megabits per second.

A(n) ____________________ is designed for the exclusive use of people within an organization.

The word modem is an acronym for ____.

A wide area network (WAN) connects personal computers, workstations, and other devices in a limited geographical area.

Biometric security measures examine any of the following, except ____.

The Internet is the biggest network of all.

The ____ determines the amount of data that can be sent at one time.

What types of phones are supported through the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN)?

Antivirus software should ____.

Which of the following can contain communication links across metropolitan, regional, or national boundaries?

Computer information is stored digitally, but information sent over the telephone lines is transmitted in the form of ____.

Handbooks, employee manuals, and employment forms would most likely be found on ____.

The best plan for a company that handles secure information is to handle security breaches as they occur.

Case 24-2 Bryah owns a small business and travels frequently. She is concerned about the security of the data on her laptop, which includes valuable information and trade secrets. When Bryah creates a password to restrict access to her computer, she should ____.

Biometric security measures are usually applied when high-level security is required.

To connect wirelessly requires different equipment than that used for a wired connection.

A standalone computer system is vulnerable to the same kinds of risks as a network.

The term client/server network describes a software architectural model.

____________________ is a recent wireless technology that can deliver maximum speeds of up to 7 Mbps to your cell phone, home computer, or car.

Electronic identification cards are used to gain access to certain areas within a building or department.