Question 1

The M in IGMP stands for ____.
A)Management
B)Multicasting
C)Meshed
D)Multiple

Accepted Answer

The answer of The M in IGMP stands for ____.
A)Management
B)Multicasting
C)Meshed
D)Multiple...

Question 2

In a ____ architecture for a WAN, there are multiple alternate pathways so that if one part of the network is disabled, the carrier is automatically rerouted to another path without the customer's knowledge.
A)redundant
B)duplication
C)meshed
D)webbed

Accepted Answer

A meshed architecture for a WAN involves multiple paths between nodes, creating redundancy and resiliency. If one pathway is disabled, the network can automatically reroute traffic through an alternate path without disrupting service to the customer. The other options of redundant, duplication, and webbed may also involve redundancy, but do not necessarily imply a meshed architecture with multiple alternate pathways.

Question 3

When setting up wireless MANs ____.
A)a small MAN ranging to about 300 feet can be set up using 802.11b
B)you may use a proprietary infrared design
C)proprietary radio wave options can be used to create MANs up to 30 miles
D)All of the above.

Accepted Answer

When setting up wireless Metropolitan Area Networks (MANs), various technologies can be utilized, including 802.11b for smaller ranges, proprietary infrared designs, and proprietary radio wave options for distances up to 30 miles. All these options are viable for creating wireless MANs, hence all the given choices are correct.

Question 4

Which is not an advantage of interspersing hosts and servers throughout the network?
A)It is cheaper.
B)Traffic is less concentrated.
C)There is flexibility in the event that a disaster destroys one location.
D)You can have redundant hosts at different locations, in case one host malfunctions or cannot be reached because of network problems.

Accepted Answer

Interspersing hosts and servers throughout the network may increase the cost because additional hardware, cabling, and configuration may be necessary.

Question 5

The figure above illustrates ____.
A)a peer-to-peer design for an 802.11a network
B)a peer-to-peer design for an 802.11b network
C)a multiple-cell design for an 802.11a network
D)a multiple-cell design for an 802.11b network

Accepted Answer

The answer of  The figure above illustrates ____.
A)a peer-to-peer...

Question 6

Structured wiring requires the ability to isolate servers, but not hosts or other network devices, on their own cable segment.

Accepted Answer

Structured wiring is designed to support all network devices, including servers, hosts, and other network devices, allowing each to be efficiently connected and managed within the network infrastructure. It does not specifically require servers to be isolated on their own cable segment to the exclusion of other devices.

Question 7

Which is not true about switches?
A)They are more expensive per port than routers.
B)They typically use circuit-based logic or an ASIC chip to provide fast algorithm-based processing.
C)They are easier to set up and administer than routers.
D)None of the above.

Accepted Answer

Switches are generally less expensive per port than routers, as they are designed for local area network (LAN) environments and do not require as much processing power for routing between different networks.

Question 8

A(n)____ is not used to connect a LAN or local site to a WAN.
A)ATM WAN access switch
B)multiplexor
C)specialized adapter
D)hub

Accepted Answer

A hub is used to connect devices within a LAN or local site, but it is not designed to connect a LAN to a WAN. For WAN connectivity, a router or switch with WAN capabilities would be used instead. The other options listed (ATM WAN access switch, multiplexor, specialized adapter) are all specifically designed for WAN connectivity.

Question 9

Older thinnet/thicknet cable plants cannot meet the high throughput requirements for traffic created by modern software and by software upgrades.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Older thinnet/thicknet cable plants cannot meet the...

Question 10

____ is a protocol used in multicasting that contains addresses of recipient clients and is used by the server to tell a router which workstations belong to the multicast group.
A)DVMRP
B)IGMP
C)MOSPF
D)PIM

Accepted Answer

IGMP (Internet Group Management Protocol) is a protocol used in multicasting that contains addresses of recipient clients and is used by the server to tell a router which workstations belong to the multicast group. DVMRP (Distance Vector Multicast Routing Protocol), MOSPF (Multicast Open Shortest Path First), and PIM (Protocol Independent Multicast) are all multicast routing protocols but do not specifically deal with containing addresses of recipient clients.

Question 11

Which is not an advantage of full-duplex?
A)It eliminates collisions.
B)It reduces network throughput.
C)It reduces the number of lost frames.
D)None of the above.

Accepted Answer

Full-duplex technology allows for simultaneous bi-directional communication, eliminating collisions and reducing the number of lost frames. It also provides higher network throughput compared to half-duplex. Therefore, the correct answer is B as it is not an advantage of full-duplex.

Question 12

The drawback to jamming is that ____.
A)it halts network traffic
B)currently active frames can be lost
C)it cannot be used in half-duplex mode
D)Both A and B.

Accepted Answer

Jamming can cause network traffic to halt, which can result in the loss of currently active frames. Therefore, options A and B are correct. Additionally, jamming is not compatible with half-duplex mode, but this is not the main drawback mentioned in the question.

Question 13

An example of a host or server ____ is a grouping of mainframes placed in a computer machine room.
A)conglomeration
B)farm
C)concentration
D)batch

Accepted Answer

A server farm is a large group of servers or mainframes that are located in a data center or server room. This setup provides high availability, redundancy, and scalability for hosting websites, applications, or services. A conglomeration refers to a mixture of unrelated components, a concentration typically means a high level of something in one area, and a batch refers to a group of jobs or tasks processed together.

Question 14

In a building with horizontal wiring, each floor represents a discrete unit of cabling.

Accepted Answer

In a building with horizontal wiring, each floor typically has its own horizontal cabling that connects to a telecommunications room or data center. This design allows for easier maintenance and troubleshooting of the network.

Question 15

The advantage of using the extended star topology between floors is that it is easier to manage the number or repeater connections that a signal must cross.

Accepted Answer

In an extended star topology, each floor can have its own switch or hub, reducing the number of repeaters needed and simplifying management of connections.

Question 16

Routers enable you to ____.
A)segment networks
B)control network traffic
C)establish separate collision domains while ensuring faster flow of network traffic
D)Both A and B.

Accepted Answer

Routers are used to segment networks and control network traffic, making both options A and B correct. Routers are also used to establish separate collision domains, which ensures a faster flow of network traffic. Therefore, option D is the best choice.

Question 17

Bridges cannot route traffic.

Accepted Answer

Bridges are networking devices that operate at layer 2 of the OSI model and can connect multiple segments of a network. However, unlike routers, they cannot route traffic between different networks or subnets.

Question 18

RFP stands for ____.
A)requirements for processing
B)request for proposal
C)request for planning
D)redundant field plan

Accepted Answer

RFP stands for Request for Proposal, which is a document that outlines the requirements and specifications for a project or service and invites vendors or service providers to submit a proposal for fulfilling those requirements.

Question 19

The figure above illustrates ____.
A)a peer-to-peer design for an 802.11a network
B)a peer-to-peer design for an 802.11b network
C)a multiple-cell design for an 802.11a network
D)a multiple-cell design for an 802.11b network

Accepted Answer

The answer of  The figure above illustrates ____.
A)a peer-to-peer...

Question 20

When designing a network, no special considerations are needed if users need to physically move around a building carrying a portable computer rather than sit at workstations on their desks.

Accepted Answer

When designing a network for users to physically move around a building with portable computers, additional considerations such as wireless access points and network security measures are necessary.

Quiz 11: Lan and Wan Design: Putting It All Together

The M in IGMP stands for ____.

In a ____ architecture for a WAN, there are multiple alternate pathways so that if one part of the network is disabled, the carrier is automatically rerouted to another path without the customer's knowledge.

When setting up wireless MANs ____.

Which is not an advantage of interspersing hosts and servers throughout the network?

The figure above illustrates ____.

Structured wiring requires the ability to isolate servers, but not hosts or other network devices, on their own cable segment.

Which is not true about switches?

A(n) ____ is not used to connect a LAN or local site to a WAN.

Older thinnet/thicknet cable plants cannot meet the high throughput requirements for traffic created by modern software and by software upgrades.

____ is a protocol used in multicasting that contains addresses of recipient clients and is used by the server to tell a router which workstations belong to the multicast group.

Which is not an advantage of full-duplex?

The drawback to jamming is that ____.

An example of a host or server ____ is a grouping of mainframes placed in a computer machine room.

In a building with horizontal wiring, each floor represents a discrete unit of cabling.

The advantage of using the extended star topology between floors is that it is easier to manage the number or repeater connections that a signal must cross.

Routers enable you to ____.

Bridges cannot route traffic.

RFP stands for ____.

The figure above illustrates ____.

When designing a network, no special considerations are needed if users need to physically move around a building carrying a portable computer rather than sit at workstations on their desks.