Module 1 Reading Quiz
What are two functions of end devices on a network? (Choose two.)
-They originate the data that flows through the network -They are the interface between humans and the communication network
In which scenario would the use of a WISP be recommended?
A farm in a rural area without wired broadband access
A large corporation has modified its network to allow users to access network resources from their personal laptops and smart phones. Which networking trend does this describe? -online collaboration -BYOD -video conferencing -cloud computing
BYOD
How does BYOD change the way in which businesses implement networks?
BYOD provides flexibility in where and how users can access network resources
An employee wants to access the network of the organization remotely, in the safest possible way. What network feature would allow an employee to gain secure remote access to a company network? -BYOD -VPN -ACL -IPS
VPN
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? -fault tolerance -scalability -security -quality of service -integrity
fault tolerance
Which device performs the function of determining the path that messages should take through internetworks? -firewall -web server -router -DSL modem
router
What characteristic of a network enables it to quickly grow to support new users and applications without impacting the performance of the service being delivered to existing users? -accessibility -quality of service -scalability -reliability
scalability
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? -spyware -DoS attack -identity theft -zero-day attack
spyware
What type of network must a home user access in order to do online shopping? -internet -extranet -LAN -intranet
the Internet
What are two characteristics of a scalable network? (Choose two.)
-grows in size without impacting existing users -suitable for modular devices that allow for expansion
Which two Internet connection options do not require that physical cables be run to the building? (Choose two.) -satellite -dialup -cellular -DSL -dedicated leased line
-satellite -dialup
Which term refers to a network that provides secure access to the corporate offices by suppliers, customers and collaborators? -internet -extranet -intranet -extendednet
Extranet
What is an ISP?
Internet Service Provider: an organization that enables individuals and businesses to connect to the internet
What is the Internet?
It is a "network of networks" which provides connections through interconnected global networks
