Test_1_Chapters_1&2

Which expression accurately defines the term bandwidth? A. a method of limiting the impact of a hardware or software failure on the network B. a measure of the data carrying capacity of the media C. a state where the demand on the network resources exceeds the available capacity D. a set of techniques to manage the utilization of network resources

a measure of the data carrying capacity of the media*

Which device performs the function of determining the path that messages should take through internetworks? A. a router B. a firewall C. a web server D. a DSL modem

a router*

Match the description to the form of network communication. (Not all options are used. ___________________________________ 1. interactive websites where people create and share user-generated content with friends and family 2. web pages that groups of people can edit and view together 3. an audio-based medium that allows people to deliver their recordings to a wide audience 4. real-time communication between two or more people A. Podcast B. Weblog (blog) C. Social media D. Wiki E. Instant messaging

an audio-based medium that allows people to deliver their recordings to a wide audience -> podcast interactive websites where people create and share user-generated content with friends and family -> social media web pages that groups of people can edit and view together -> wiki real-time communication between two or more people -> instant messaging

An employee at a branch office is creating a quote for a customer. In order to do this, the employee needs to access confidential pricing information from internal servers at the Head Office. What type of network would the employee access? A. an intranet B. the Internet C. an extranet D. a local area network

an intranet*

What security violation would cause the most amount of damage to the life of a home user? A. denial of service to your email server B. replication of worms and viruses in your computer C. capturing of personal data that leads to identity theft D. spyware that leads to spam emails

capturing of personal data that leads to identity theft*

Which two Internet connection options do not require that physical cables be run to the building? (Choose two.) A. DSL B. cellular C. satellite D. dialup E. dedicated leased line

cellular* satellite*

Which term describes the state of a network when the demand on the network resources exceeds the available capacity? A. convergence B. congestion C. optimization D. synchronization

congestion*

A company is contemplating whether to use a client/server or a peer-to-peer network. What are three characteristics of a peer-to-peer network? (Choose three.) A. better security B. easy to create C. better device performance when acting as both client and server D. lacks centralized administration E. less cost to implement F. scalable

easy to create* administration * less cost to implement*

A user is implementing security on a small office network. Which two actions would provide the minimum security requirements for this network? (Choose two.) A. implementing a firewall* B. installing a wireless network C. installing antivirus software* D. implementing an intrusion detection system E. adding a dedicated intrusion prevention device

implementing a firewall* installing antivirus software*

What two criteria are used to help select a network medium from various network media? (Choose two.) A. the types of data that need to be prioritized B. the cost of the end devices utilized in the network C. the distance the selected medium can successfully carry a signal D. the number of intermediary devices installed in the network E. the environment where the selected medium is to be installed

the distance the selected medium can successfully carry a signal* the environment where the selected medium is to be installed*

Which area of the network would a college IT staff most likely have to redesign as a direct result of many students bringing their own tablets and smartphones to school to access school resources? A. extranet B. intranet C. wired LAN D. wireless LAN E. wireless WAN

wireless LAN*

Which statement describes the use of powerline networking technology? A. New "smart" electrical cabling is used to extend an existing home LAN. B. A home LAN is installed without the use of physical cabling. C. A device connects to an existing home LAN using an adapter and an existing electrical outlet. D. Wireless access points use powerline adapters to distribute data through the home LAN

A device connects to an existing home LAN using an adapter and an existing electrical outlet.*

Which statement describes a characteristic of cloud computing? A. A business can connect directly to the Internet without the use of an ISP. B. Applications can be accessed over the Internet by individual users or businesses using any device, anywhere in the world. C. Devices can connect to the Internet through existing electrical wiring. D. Investment in new infrastructure is required in order to access the cloud.

Applications can be accessed over the Internet by individual users or businesses using any device, anywhere in the world.*

Fill in the blank. The acronym _________ refers to the policy that allows employees to use their personal devices in the business office to access the network and other resources.

BYOD

Which networking trend involves the use of personal tools and devices for accessing resources on a business or campus network? A. video conferencing B. cloud computing C. BYOD D. powerline networking

BYOD*

Fill in the blank. A _______________ network is capable of delivering voice, video, text, and graphics over the same communication channels.

Converged

Which two connection options provide an always-on, high-bandwidth Internet connection to computers in a home office? (Choose two.) A. cellular B. DSL C. satellite D. cable E. dial-up telephone

DSL* cable*

Which two statements describe intermediary devices? (Choose two.) A. Intermediary devices generate data content. B. Intermediary devices alter data content. C. Intermediary devices direct the path of the data. D. Intermediary devices connect individual hosts to the network. E. Intermediary devices initiate the encapsulation process.

Intermediary devices direct the path of the data. * Intermediary devices connect individual hosts to the network.*

What is a characteristic of a converged network? A. it provides only one path between the source and destination of a message B. it limits the impact of a failure by minimizing the number of devices affected C. it delivers data, voice, and video over the same network infrastructure D. A converged network requires a separate network infrastructure for each type of communication technology

It delivers data, voice, and video over the same network infrastructure*

What are two functions of intermediary devices on a network? (Choose two.) A. They are the primary source and providers of information and services to end devices. B. They run applications that support collaboration for business. C. They form the interface between the human network and the underlying communication network. D. They direct data along alternate pathways when there is a link failure. E. They filter the flow of data, based on security settings.

They direct data along alternate pathways when there is a link failure. * They filter the flow of data, based on security settings.*

What are two functions of end devices on a network? (Choose two.) A. They originate the data that flows through the network. B. They direct data over alternate paths in the event of link failures. C. They filter the flow of data to enhance security. D. They are the interface between humans and the communication network. E. They provide the channel over which the network message travels

They originate the data that flows through the network.* They are the interface between humans and the communication network.*