Deck 7: Networking: Connecting Computing Devices

Question 1

The fastest version of wireless Ethernet is ________.

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

Answer 1

D

Question 2

________ is the actual speed of data transfer that is achieved and is always less than or equal to the data transfer rate.

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

Answer 2

D

Question 3

Wireless network devices use ________ to communicate with each other.

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

Answer 3

C

Question 4

Which transmission medium transmits data the fastest?

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

Question 5

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

A) fiber-optic
B) power-line
C) unshielded twisted-pair (UTP)
D) coaxial

Question 6

________ is the maximum speed at which data can be transferred between two nodes.

A) Throughput
B) Bandwidth
C) Broadband
D) Through speed

Question 7

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

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

Question 8

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

A) programmer analyst
B) IT manager
C) computer technician
D) network administrator

Question 9

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 10

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

Question 11

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

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

Question 12

Which of the following is NOT used to classify network architectures?

A) Distance between nodes
B) Communication medium
C) Speed of the network
D) Protocol used to exchange data

Question 13

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

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

Question 14

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 15

A client/server network is an example of ________ administration

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

Question 16

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

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

Question 17

Normal telephone cable is a type of ________.

A) fiber-optic cable
B) twisted-pair cable
C) coaxial cable
D) Ethernet cable

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

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

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

Question 20

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 21

________ cable is composed of four pairs of wires that are twisted around each other to reduce electrical interference.

Question 22

Data are sent through a network in bundles called ________.

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

Question 23

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

Question 24

Sophisticated networks generally use which of the following hardware devices to ease the flow of data through the network?

A) Routers and switches
B) USB ports
C) Firewalls
D) Firmware

Question 25

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

Question 26

The capability of current devices to use earlier standards is known as ________.

Question 27

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

A) information management system (ISM)
B) network operating system (NOS)
C) digital subscriber line (DSL)
D) service set identifier (SSID)

Question 28

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 29

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

Question 30

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

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

Question 31

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

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

Question 32

All of the following operating systems support P2P networking EXCEPT ________.

A) Windows
B) OS X
C) Unix
D) Linux

Question 33

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

Question 34

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

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

Question 35

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

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

Question 36

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 37

A(n)________ network is one where each computer can communicate directly with the others, rather than having a separate device exercise central control over the entire network.

Question 38

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

Question 39

The term network ________ refers to the design of a network.

Question 40

A network in which the nodes are located within a computer lab is called a(n)________.

Question 41

SSID stands for ________.

Question 42

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

Question 43

________ refers to connecting to a wireless connection without the permission of the owner.

Question 44

When using a wireless connection, ________ translates data so that it is protected.

Question 45

DSL uses ________ cable.

Question 46

________ is the latest service standard and offers the fastest data-access speeds over cell-phone networks.

Question 47

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

Question 48

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

Question 49

In terms of networking, NOS stands for ________.

Question 50

Sharing files is a benefit of a network.

Question 51

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

Question 52

The Internet is a WAN.

Question 53

WPA stands for ________.

Question 54

P2P networks are most commonly used in home networks.

Question 55

Storing files on the ________ avoids having to save them on multiple devices.

Question 56

WEP stands for ________.

Question 57

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

Question 58

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

Question 59

In a peer-to-peer network, one computer acts as the central computer.

Question 60

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

Question 61

WEP is a stronger form of security than WPA.

Question 62

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

Question 63

A router acts like a traffic signal on a network.

Question 64

Wireless network connections are slower than wired broadband connections.

Question 65

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

Question 66

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

Question 67

Wireless networks are more vulnerable to attack than wired networks.

Question 68

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

Question 69

Most computers today come with Ethernet adapters already installed.

Question 70

Ethernet networks are always connected using twisted-pair cable technology.