T INFO 250 Quiz 1

Which statement describes a characteristic of a converged network? A single network that delivers voice, video, and data to a variety of devices. Network services are delivered over a wide range of network platforms. The network establishes separate communication channels for each network service. The network uses different technologies for voice, video, and data.

A single network that delivers voice, video, and data to a variety of devices. Refer to curriculum topic: 1.3.1 A converged network unifies different network services, such as streaming video, voice, and data, on a single platform and within a single infrastructure.

How does BYOD change the way in which businesses implement networks?​ BYOD requires organizations to purchase laptops rather than desktops. BYOD users are responsible for their own network security, thus reducing the need for organizational security policies. BYOD devices are more expensive than devices that are purchased by an organization. BYOD provides flexibility in where and how users can access network resources.

BYOD provides flexibility in where and how users can access network resources. Refer to curriculum topic: 1.4.1 A BYOD environment requires an organization to accommodate a variety of devices and access methods. Personal devices, which are not under company control, may be involved, so security is critical. Onsite hardware costs will be reduced, allowing a business to focus on delivering collaboration tools and other software to BYOD users.

What is an ISP? It is a standards body that develops cabling and wiring standards for networking. It is a protocol that establishes how computers within a local network communicate. It is an organization that enables individuals and businesses to connect to the Internet. It is a networking device that combines the functionality of several different networking devices in one.

It is an organization that enables individuals and businesses to connect to the Internet. Refer to curriculum topic: 1.2.4 An ISP, or Internet Service Provider, is an organization that provides access to the Internet for businesses and individuals.

Which three devices are considered end devices in a network? (Choose three.) router switch VoIP phone security camera ​access point TelePresence endpoint

VoIP phone security camera TelePresence endpoint Refer to curriculum topic: 1.2.1 Routers, switches, and access points are intermediary devices.

In which scenario would the use of a WISP be recommended? an Internet cafe in a city a farm in a rural area without wired broadband access any home with multiple wireless devices an apartment in a building with cable access to the Internet

a farm in a rural area without wired broadband access Refer to curriculum topic: 1.4.2 Wireless Internet Service Providers (WISPs) are typically found in rural areas where DSL or cable access is not available. A dish or antenna on the property of the subscriber connects wirelessly to a WISP transmitter, eliminating the need for physical cabling outside the building.

A college is building a new dormitory on its campus. Workers are digging in the ground to install a new water pipe for the dormitory. A worker accidentally damages a fiber optic cable that connects two of the existing dormitories to the campus data center. Although the cable has been cut, students in the dormitories only experience a very short interruption of network services. What characteristic of the network is shown here? quality of service (QoS) scalability security fault tolerance integrity

fault tolerance Refer to curriculum topic: 1.3.2 Fault tolerance is the characteristic of a network which allows it to quickly respond to failures of network devices, media, or services. Quality of service refers to the measures taken to ensure that network traffic requiring higher throughput receives the required network resources. Scalability refers to the ability of the network to grow to accommodate new requirements. Security refers to protecting networks and data from theft, alteration, or destruction. Integrity refers to the completeness of something and is generally not used as a characteristic of networks in the same way as the other terms.

What are two characteristics of a scalable network? (Choose two.) easily overloaded with increased traffic grows in size without impacting existing users is not as reliable as a small network suitable for modular devices that allow for expansion offers limited number of applications

grows in size without impacting existing users suitable for modular devices that allow for expansion Refer to curriculum topic: 1.3.2 Scalable networks are networks that can grow without requiring costly replacement of existing network devices. One way to make a network scalable is to buy networking devices that are modular.

Refer to the exhibit. Which term correctly identifies the device type that is included in the area B? source end transfer intermediary

intermediary Refer to curriculum topic: 1.2.1 Routers and switches are intermediary devices. End devices consist of PCs, laptops, and servers. They also include printers, VoIP phones, security cameras, and hand-held devices.

Fill in the blank. An __________ is a private connection of LANs and WANs that belongs to an organization, and is designed to be accessible only by the members and employees of the organization, or others with authorization.

intranet Refer to curriculum topic: 1.2.3 Intranets connect LANs and WANs that should only be accessible by internal employees, whereas an extranet allows organizations to do business directly with other external organizations by allowing them access to part of the internal network.

During a routine inspection, a technician discovered that software that was installed on a computer was secretly collecting data about websites that were visited by users of the computer. Which type of threat is affecting this computer? DoS attack​ identity theft spyware zero-day attack

spyware Refer to curriculum topic: 1.4.3 Spyware is software that is installed on a network device and that collects information.