Exam 4: Networks for Efficient Operations and Sustainability

GHG absorb and trap infrared radiation (IR)from Earth and reradiate it back,in effect contributing to the __________.

The 4G networks are faster than 3G because 4G are all ____________ networks.

Network ________ are devices that transmit ________from their source to their destination based on IP addresses.

Cloud based _________ apps such as Evernote and iMindmap Online can help groups with idea generation when members of the group are geographically dispersed or have conflicting schedules that prevent them from meeting face-to-face.

Basically,an extranet is a network that connects two or more companies so they can securely share information.

Because computers and cell phones are non-polluting,global carbon emissions from communications technologies are expected remain relatively stable between now and 2020.

Very large data transfers over broadband networks do not reduce the bandwidth availability for others on the network.

An API provides a standard way for different things,such as software,content,or websites,to talk to each other in a way that they both understand,but it requires extensive programming.

To reduce product development time,Caterpillar connected its engineering and manufacturing divisions with its active suppliers,distributors,overseas factories,and customers,through ________.

In terms of environmental impact,global carbon emissions from communications technologies are expected to decrease significantly by 2020.

___________ is an umbrella term that applies to various location-aware technologies that allow devices to communicate securely with each other over short distances.It is used,for instance,to allow people to make purchases with their smartphones.

Which of the following represents the primary perspective of people who oppose Net Neutrality?

In 2014 the battle over the complicated issue of net neutrality heated up.Explain Net Neutrality.Explain traffic shaping,the two-tier system,and how traffic is shaped.What is your opinion on Net Neutrality? Explain why.

In 2012 IEA chief economist Faith Birol warned that the global temperature warming trend is in line with a temperature increase of 6°C by 2050,which would have devastating impacts on the planet.

Being profit-motivated without concern for damage to the environment is unacceptable.

Advocates of ________ argue that ISPs should treat all sources of data equally and not attempt to give priority to content providers who pay for faster transmission or to their own content.

Network capacity is measured in terms of its ________,or bandwidth.

Cable or DSL Internet connections are referred to as __________ broadband.

Which of the following about IPv4 is false?

Enterprises are moving away from ad hoc adoption of mobile devices and network infrastructure to a more strategic planning build-out of their mobile capabilities.Factors to be considered when planning the build out include all of the following except ________.