Exam 7: Networking: Connecting Computing Devices

On a network, a(n) ________ helps prevent data packets from colliding with each other.

Wireless networks are more vulnerable to attack than wired networks.

A computer ________ is two or more computers connected using software and hardware so that they can communicate with each other.

A client/server network is an example of ________ administration

Which of the following is NOT a wired broadband Internet connection option?

A(n) ________ network uses radio waves as its transmission medium.

DSL uses ________ cable.

For the nodes on a network to communicate with each other and access the network, each node needs a ________.

A(n) ________ network is set up near a wireless network and has a sound-alike name to lure unsuspecting web surfers.

When using a wireless connection, ________ translates data so that it is protected.

A peer-to-peer (P2P) network is an example of ________ administration.

All wireless networks have their own name, referred to as the ________, which is used to identify the network.

The capability of current devices to use earlier standards is known as ________.

In a peer-to-peer network, one computer acts as the central computer.

Limiting your signal range does not help increase wireless network security.

The unique number assigned to a network adapter by the manufacturer is referred to as the ________ address.

A(n) ________ network is one where each computer can communicate directly with the others, rather than having a separate device exercise central control over the entire network.

Current wired Ethernet networks in the United States are based on the IEEE 802.11ac standard.

The most popular transmission media option for wired Ethernet networks is UTP cable.