Module 10 Computer Concepts Exam

To protect a computer or a server, a(n) ______ can be installed that would act as a barrier and inspect data being transmitted to or from the network.

firewall

Keisha needs to connect to the Internet, but no wireless networks or Wi-Fi hotspots are available. What can she use instead to make the connection?

mobile hotspot

To access the Internet, a router must be connected to a _____.

modem

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

peer-to-peer network

Devices on a _____ area network are connected via Bluetooth.

personal

Computers communicating on a network must follow a _____, a common set of rules for exchanging information.

protocol

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

smartwatch and phone connected via Bluetooth

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

standards

Which of the following statements is NOT true about a local firewall?

A firewall is a protective barrier between a computer or network and others on the Internet that inspects data being transmitted to or from a network to prevent unsolicited data exchanges. There are two types of firewalls: hardware firewalls and software firewalls. Hardware firewalls are physical devices, often used on larger, corporate networks, that block unauthorized traffic and intruders from accessing the network. Software firewalls, also called local firewalls, are installed on your computer or device and block unauthorized communication to or from the network. Software firewalls often are built into the computer's operating system

Which of the following describes an evil twin?

A normal looking yet fraudulent Wi-Fi network that allows hackers to capture personal information users transmit using it.

A modem can also function as what other piece of hardware?

A router

What is an ISP?

A telecommunications company that sells Internet access.

What is a MAC address?

A unique hardware address for your device

Which network protocol allows devices to communicate with each other over a short range, usually less than 30 feet/9 meters?

Bluetooth

Which of the following is true about broadband connections?

Broadband connections are "always-on" with devices connected to them.

What does a DSL modem use to send and receive digital data?

Copper telephone wiring

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

Customers cannot view the website on their device because the page will not load.

As chief financial officer, you want to send the fourth quarter profit/loss spreadsheets to the president of the company. How can you send the report without worrying about someone else accessing it?

Encrypt the data in the report.

As the new manager at your local grocery store, you want to create a more efficient inventory process by allowing outside vendors and suppliers to review current inventory records and adjust recurring shipment orders to reduce product waste. What type of network should you use?

Extranet

4G and 5G networks provide slower data transmission speeds than 3G networks.

False

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

False

Bandwidth is a term that describes the number of devices connected to a network.

False

If you connect to a Wi-Fi network that does not require a wireless network key, it is still secure enough to send private information because wireless networks encrypt all data anyway.

False

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

False

Which of the following statements do opponents of net neutrality agree with?

ISPs should charge more for high-bandwidth connections.

If you want to share information with individuals who are internal to your organization, which type of network would you want to use?

Intranet

Alex received an email from what appeared to be his bank. What would indicate the message was actually a phishing attempt?

It contained typos and other grammatical errors.

Why is a cable modem classified as a digital model?

It sends and receives digital data over a digital line

Which of the following network standards applies to cellular networks?

LTE

When describing a client/server network, which of the following would be considered a client?

Laptop

Which of the following statements is true about public networks?

Many public networks are not secure.

While waiting for her latte at Starbucks, Georgia decides to check her work email and pay a few bills online. She opens the Wi-Fi settings on her device and sees several connections available. Knowing the activities she plans to do online, which of the following networks should Georgia connect to?

My Verizon VPN

Which of the following is an authentication method to keep your data safe?

NOT encryption

Sean is studying at a friend's house and notices that he can connect to the wireless network without entering a wireless network key. What does this indicate about the network?

NOT the network most likely uses a firewall for protection

What internal device does a computer use to connect to a wired or a wireless network?

Network interface card

Why would you want to connect your computer to a network?

Networks allow computers to share resources, such as hardware, software, data, and information

When it comes to secure data storage on a network, which of the following statements is true?

Roles can be granted to individuals to view files and make changes to files on a network.

What hardware is essential to creating a home Wi-Fi network?

Router

You are dropping your friend back home after a night at the movies. From the car, she turns on the indoor lights in her home using an app on her phone. How is your friend able to do this?

She has a home network with smart home devices.

What is it called when someone attempts to befriend you online for the purpose of stealing confidential or sensitive information?

Social engineering

In a _____ network, each device on the network is attached to a central server. If the server fails, then the other devices will be unable to communicate, but if a connected device fails, then all other devices will still be able to communicate.

Star

Which of the following is a disadvantage of using cloud computing to share files?

The inability to access your files if you lose your Internet connection.

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

The sending and receiving devices must know the wireless network key to communicate.

What is one way hackers can trick you into transmitting personal data over on a public network without your knowledge?

They disguise the network as an evil twin.

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

They provide a central point for cables in a network

What is the U.S. Federal Communication Commission's role in regard to Internet access?

To release rules surrounding Internet access

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

True

Wireless networks that are available in public places, such as hotels, restaurants, and coffee shops, are known as Wi-Fi hotspots.

True

To protect confidential company information from hackers while at a work conference, you must be sure to use which of the following networks when accessing the Internet at a hotel

Virtual private network

Which of the following would be considered a strong password?

Wbcm2!4!820!

What type of network sends signals through airwaves and usually does not require cables?

Wireless network