CCNA 1 - module 1 quiz

What are two characteristics of a scalable network? (Choose two.)

1. Grows in size without impacting existing users 2. Suitable for modular devices that allow for expansion

What are two functions of end devices on a network? (Choose two.)

1. They originate the data that flows through the network 2. 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?

Bring your own device

Which two Internet connection options do not require that physical cables be run to the building? (Choose two.)

Cellular & Satellite

Which term refers to a network that provides secure access to the corporate offices by suppliers, customers and collaborators?

Extranet

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

What is an ISP?

It is an organization that enables individuals and businesses to connect to the Internet.

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?

Scalability

During a routine inspection, a technician discovered that software 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

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?

VPN

Which device performs the function of determining the path that messages should take through internetworks?

a Router

What type of network must a home user access in order to do online shopping?

the Internet