Deck 7: Networking: Connecting Computing Devices

Question 1

Which of the following is NOT a standard for wireless Ethernet networks?

A) 802.11n
B) 802.11g
C) 802.11ab
D) 802.11ac

Answer 1

C

Question 2

A ________ is any device connected to a network such as a computer, printer, or game console.

A) packet
B) node
C) NOS
D) NIC

Answer 2

B

Question 3

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

A) DSL modem
B) network adapter
C) hub
D) router

Answer 3

B

Question 4

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

A) access point
B) hub
C) adapter
D) switch

Question 5

You can find out which network adapters are installed in your system by using the Windows ________ Manager utility.

A) Network
B) Device
C) Setup
D) Hardware

Question 6

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

A) local
B) wide area
C) central
D) corporate

Question 7

Some of the responsibilities of ________ are installing new hardware and software on the network and monitoring performance.

A) security engineer
B) IT managers
C) computer technicians
D) network administrators

Question 8

The network architecture that spans the largest physical distance is called a ________.

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

Question 9

________ is the actual speed of data transfer that is achieved between two nodes on a network and is always less than or equal to the data transfer rate.

A) Benchmark
B) Broadband
C) Bandwidth
D) Throughput

Question 10

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

A) Cat 5E
B) Cat 6
C) Cat 6A
D) Cat 7B

Question 11

When setting up a home network, make sure each node has ________.

A) a NOS installed
B) the proper software installed on each node
C) a network adapter
D) the proper security protocols in place

Question 12

If you are going to attach more than 15 devices to your wireless network, you should make sure your router supports which standard?

A) 802.11bc
B) 802.11n
C) 802.11ac
D) 802.3ac

Question 13

Wireless network devices use ________ to communicate with each other.

A) fiber optics
B) satellites
C) radio waves
D) DSL

Question 14

Which of the following is NOT a common network architecture type?

A) Local area network (LAN)
B) Home area network (HAN)
C) Intraoffice area network (IAN)
D) Personal area network (PAN)

Question 15

A large network designed to provide access to a specific geographic area, such as a large city, is a ________.

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

Question 16

A client/server network is an example of ________ administration.

A) local
B) wide area
C) central
D) remote

Question 17

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

A) network
B) switch
C) broadband
D) node

Question 18

Which of the following is NOT a type of cable used in wired networks?

A) Unshielded twisted-pair
B) Coaxial
C) Fiber-optic
D) Unshielded coaxial

Question 19

What transmission media is used for normal telephone service?

A) Fiber-optic cable
B) Twisted-pair cable
C) Coaxial cable
D) Ethernet cable

Question 20

Which transmission medium transmits data the fastest?

A) Twisted-pair cable
B) Coaxial cable
C) Wireless
D) Fiber-optic cable

Question 21

Client/server networks are controlled by a central server that runs specialized software called a(n) ________.

A) multipersonnel operating system (MPOS)
B) network operating system (NOS)
C) central operating system (COS)
D) central server operating system (CCOS)

Question 22

Which of the following is NOT a home operating system that supports P2P networking?

A) Windows
B) macOS
C) Unix
D) Linux

Question 23

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

Question 24

________ are devices that transfer packets of data between two or more networks.

Question 25

Data are sent through a network in bundles called ________.

A) packages
B) pouches
C) packets
D) nodes

Question 26

A computer lab is an example of a(n) ________ type of network.

Question 27

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

A) MAC
B) IP
C) SSID
D) network

Question 28

________ cable consists of a single copper wire surrounded by layers of plastic and is used to connect cable TV.

Question 29

The capability of current devices to use earlier standards, in addition to the current standard, is known as ________.

Question 30

To transfer data packets between two or more networks, a ________ is used.

A) router
B) hub
C) modem
D) switch

Question 31

A network used to communicate among devices close to one person is called a(n) ________.

Question 32

________ cable is composed of four pairs of wires that are wrapped around each other with no external casing.

Question 33

A(n) ________ device facilitates file sharing and data backup.

A) NAS
B) WAN
C) UTP
D) NOS

Question 34

Which hardware device connects your network to the Internet?

A) Modem
B) Router
C) Firewall
D) Switch

Question 35

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

Question 36

Using a wireless network without the network owner's permission is known as ________.

A) hijacking
B) spamming
C) piggybacking
D) phishing

Question 37

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

A) Cable
B) Dial-up
C) DSL
D) Fiber-optic

Question 38

A(n) ________ network is one in which each computer can communicate directly with the others.

Question 39

All of the following are extra precautions you can take to secure a wireless network EXCEPT ________.

A) change your network name (SSID)
B) enable SSID broadcast
C) turn on security protocols
D) create a passphrase

Question 40

The term network ________ is the same as the network design.

Question 41

A printer connected to a wireless network is considered to be a node on that network.

Question 42

A(n)________ acts like a traffic signal on a network.

Question 43

The server on a client/server network has specialized ________ software installed.

Question 44

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

Question 45

________ is a much stronger protocol than WEP for wireless security.

Question 46

________ has faster cellular data transfer rates than 3G.

Question 47

A(n) ________ is someone who attempts to access your network without your knowledge.

Question 48

SSID stands for ________.

Question 49

Public places where you can wirelessly connect to the Internet are known as ________.

Question 50

The Internet is a WAN.

Question 51

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

Question 52

When powering up a home network, make sure all computers and peripherals are turned on before turning on the modem/router.

Question 53

________ is often referred to as "high-speed Internet."

Question 54

DSL broadband service uses ________ cable.

Question 55

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

Question 56

A wireless ________ extender is a wireless network device that repeats your wireless signal.

Question 57

Sharing files is a benefit of a network.

Question 58

When using a wireless connection, the process of ________ translates data into code so that it is protected.

Question 59

In terms of networking, NOS stands for ________.

Question 60

P2P networks are most commonly used in home networks.

Question 61

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

Question 62

A P2P network needs specialized network operating system software installed on every node.

Question 63

Wireless networks are more vulnerable to attack than wired networks.

Question 64

Wireless network connections are slower than wired broadband connections.

Question 65

Most computers today come with network adapters already installed.

Question 66

WEP is a stronger form of security than WPA.

Question 67

An access point connects to the main router wirelessly.

Question 68

A switch acts like a traffic signal on a network.