Deck 1: An Introduction to Networking

Question 1

A common way of sharing resources on a peer-to-peer network is by modifying the ____ controls using the computer's operating system.

A) file-serving
B) file-sharing
C) resource-sharing
D) resource-monitoring

Answer 1

B

Question 2

A ____ network is confined to a relatively small space.

A) NAN
B) MAN
C) WAN
D) LAN

Answer 2

D

Question 3

____ services refer to the capability of a server to share data files, applications, and disk storage space.

A) File
B) Data
C) Management
D) Access

Answer 3

A

Question 4

Often, separate LANs are interconnected and rely on several ____ running many different applications and managing resources other than data.

A) workstations
B) servers
C) clients
D) stand-alone computers

Question 5

To prepare to enter the networking field, a student should master a number of general networking technologies.

Question 6

Very large peer-to-peer networks have emerged to take advantage of the Internet.

Question 7

Which type of service supports e-mail?

A) management
B) communications
C) access
D) file

Question 8

Hands-on experience to improve networking hardware and software skills is important when attempting to enter the networking field.

Question 9

Clients on a client/server network share their resources directly with each other.

Question 10

____ services allow remote users to connect to the network.

A) Connection
B) Remote
C) Management
D) Access

Question 11

____ networks are the most popular type of network for medium- and large-scale organizations.

A) Client/server
B) Peer-to-peer
C) Stand-alone
D) Stationary

Question 12

A ____ network connects clients and servers from multiple buildings.

A) NAN
B) MAN
C) WAN
D) TAN

Question 13

The simplest form of a network is a client/server network.

Question 14

____ are the distinct units of data that are exchanged between nodes on a network.

A) Segments
B) Packets
C) Topologies
D) Protocols

Question 15

Which network topology is the most common?

A) ring
B) star
C) hybrid
D) Ethernet

Question 16

The phenomenon of offering multiple types of communications services on the same network is known as ____.

A) convergence
B) unified communications
C) divergence
D) multi-communications

Question 17

A ____ facilitates communication and resource sharing between other computers on the network.

A) servlet
B) workstation
C) personal computer
D) server

Question 18

Which network model ensures that no computer on the network has more authority than another?

A) client/server
B) stand alone
C) peer-to-peer
D) distributed

Question 19

A ____ is a specialized device that allows multiple networks or multiple parts of one network to connect and exchange data.

A) segment
B) host
C) node
D) connectivity device

Question 20

Which statement describes an advantage of networks?

A) Networks require decentralized management.
B) Isolating network devices decreases costs.
C) Isolating network devices allows implementation of the sneakernet file sharing method.
D) Networks enable multiple users to share resources.

Question 21

Define a network operating system (NOS) and describe the tasks it performs.

Question 22

A network that connects two or more geographically distinct LANs or MANs is called a(n) ____________________.

Question 23

A(n) ____________________ is a computer that is not connected to other computers and that uses software applications and data stored on its local disks.

Question 24

To function as a server, a computer must be running a(n) ____________________.

Question 25

Which certification requires candidates to pass lab exams?

A) Cisco CCIE
B) CompTIA A+
C) CompTIA Network+
D) Microsoft MCSE

Question 26

____ provide a Web-based client for checking e-mail.

A) Web servers
B) Mail servers
C) File servers
D) Access servers

Question 27

In a(n) ____________________ network, every computer can communicate directly with every other computer.

Question 28

Hardware diagnosis and failure alert are handled by ____.

A) network management services
B) communication services
C) access services
D) Internet services

Question 29

Besides an aptitude for logical and analytical thinking, describe additional skills desirable in the networking field.

Question 30

Security auditing is handled by ____.

A) network management services
B) communication services
C) access services
D) Internet services

Question 31

Describe the disadvantages of using traditional peer-to-peer networks.

Question 32

____________________ refers to the centralized management of multiple network-based communications.

Question 33

Describe license tracking in networks.

Question 34

Describe the advantages client/server networks offer over peer-to-peer networks.

Question 35

Describe the network specialties currently in high demand.

Question 36

Dependability is a characteristic of ____.

A) soft skills
B) network communications
C) technical skills
D) network servers

Question 37

Describe the advantages of using traditional peer-to-peer networks.

Question 38

____ is a popular career development tool for job seekers and a measure of an employee's qualifications for employers.

A) Certification
B) Evaluation
C) Degree auditing
D) Apprenticeship

Question 39

Describe what is meant by soft skills and explain why they are important in networking projects.

Question 40

Describe four benefits of becoming certified.

Question 41

Describe considerations to take into account when evaluating if a professional organization is appropriate for an individual.