Exam 7: Networking: Connecting Computing Devices

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Someone who breaks into computer systems to create mischief or steal information is a(n)________.

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Which of the following is NOT a type of UTP cable you would use in a wired Ethernet network?

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A(n)________ is a device that receives data packets and sends them to their intended nodes while preventing data collisions.

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

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

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Sharing files is a benefit of a network.

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Match each of the following terms to its definition:
firewall
instructions in read-only memory
firmware
hardware or software for protecting computers from hackers
packet
the actual speed of data transfer that is achieved on a network
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firewall
instructions in read-only memory
firmware
hardware or software for protecting computers from hackers
packet
the actual speed of data transfer that is achieved on a network
bandwidth
the format in which data is sent over transmission media
throughput
maximum speed at which data can be transmitted
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Wireless network connections are slower than wired broadband connections.

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A ________ is a network located in your residence that connects to all your digital devices.

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

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SSID stands for ________.

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Match each of the following terms to its definition:
client/server
single copper wire surrounded by layers of plastic
fiber-optic
made up of copper wires
peer-to-peer
central computer provides information and resources to other computers
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client/server
single copper wire surrounded by layers of plastic
fiber-optic
made up of copper wires
peer-to-peer
central computer provides information and resources to other computers
coaxial cable
made up of plastic or glass and transmits data at extremely fast speeds
twisted pair
each node can communicate directly with every other node on the network
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Some of the responsibilities of a(n)________ are installing new hardware and software on the network and monitoring performance.

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A network that spans a large physical distance is called a ________.

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Many cities in the United States now provide a(n)________ area network to allow Internet access to residents and tourists.

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