introduction to networks (version 6.00) - itn chapter 1 exam

Which statement describes the use of powerline networking technology?

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

Which statement describes a characteristic of cloud computing?

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

Which networking trend involves the use of personal tools and devices for accessing resources on a business or campus network?

BYOD

Which two connection options provide an always-on, high-bandwidth Internet connection to computers in a home office?

DSL cable

What is the Internet?

It provides connections through interconnected global networks.

What are two functions of end devices on a network?

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

Which expression accurately defines the term bandwidth?

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 router

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?

an intranet

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

What security violation would cause the most amount of damage to the life of a home user?

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?

cellular and satellite

Which term describes the state of a network when the demand on the network resources exceeds the available capacity?

congestion

A ________________________ network is capable of delivering voice, video, text, and graphics over the same communication channels.

converged

A network administrator is implementing a policy that requires strong, complex passwords. Which data protection goal does this policy support?

data confidentiality

Which two statements describe intermediary devices?

direct the path of the data. and connect individual hosts to the network.

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?

easy to create, lacks centralized administration, and 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?

implementing a firewall installing antivirus software

What is a characteristic of a converged network?

it delivers data, voice, and video over the same network infrastructure

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

the Internet

What two criteria are used to help select a network medium from various network media?

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

What type of network traffic requires QoS?

video conferencing

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?

wireless LAN