Exam 3: Networks

Which type of broadband Internet access involves using cellular data networks? ​

The bandwidth of a channel that carries digital data is usually measured in ___________.​

Two devices on a network negotiate their communication protocols through a process called ___________.​

Network _________ enables your computer to see other devices on a network, and whether your computer can be seen by others.​

A ______ address is used to uniquely identify devices on LANs.​

Your bandwidth _________ is the top speed allowed by your ISP plan.​

A communication port is a physical circuit through which data flows.​

A Web site cannot be accessed by its domain name until the name is added to the domain name server lists.​

Which type of cables are used for high-capacity trunk lines that provide main routes for telephone, cable, and Internet communications?​

Microwaves have more carrying capacity than radio waves.​

Internet addresses that are temporarily assigned are called ________ addresses.​

A Wi-Fi ______ is a wireless local area network that provides Internet access to the public.​

Packet loss of less than 2% is required for acceptable streaming, gaming, Skype, and voice calls.​

Which type of communication protocol converts data into standard formats that can be used by applications?​

__________ LANs are usually arranged in a star topology with computers wired to central switching circuitry that is incorporated in modern routers.​

Mobile broadband can be used to access the Internet from a laptop or desktop computer.​

Data cannot flow over multiple networks that have different topologies.​

Which wireless standard is faster: 802.11n or 802.11ac?​

In a wireless network, RF signals are sent and received by a ______________.​

Which network tier forms the Internet backbone?​