CIS Ch10

A network administrator is usually not required on a _____ network.

body area network

A router is a system of two or more devices linked by wires or cables.

false

RFIDis a network protocol used in credit cards, smartphones, and tickets to facilitate close-range communication.

false

How does a wireless network key work with an encrypted wireless network?

must enter the correct key first -both the sending and receiving device must know the key to communicate on the wireless network

Network _____ specify how computers access a network, data transmission speeds, and the types of hardware the network uses, including cable and wireless technology

network standards

Which of the following could indicate a DoS attack on your company server?

overload the server with network traffic so that it cannot provide necessary services -unable to display websites for visitors attempting to view them

Which of the following statements is true about a local firewall

protective barrier b/w a computer or network and others on the Internet that inspects data being transmitted to or from a network to prevent unsolicited data exchanges -software hardware firewalls

In a connected network, how are hubs and switches similar to one another?

provides central point for cables in a network

Which of the following is an example of a personal area network?

smartwatch connect to phone -bluetooth

If you upload photos to a NAS device, everyone on the network can access them

true