Module 10 Computer Concepts Exams

Which of the following is a disadvantage of using cloud computing to share files? A. The amount of space that files will take up on your computer. B. The inability to access your files if you lose your Internet connection. C. The files you will lose if your computer crashes. D. How long it will take to access a backup of files.

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

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? A. He can use the network only for a limited time. B. The network connection is probably not secure. C. He cannot connect to the Internet from the network. D. The network most likely uses a firewall for protection.

B. The network connection is probably not secure.

Computers communicating on a network must follow a _____, a common set of rules for exchanging information. A. standard B. protocol C. syntax D. topology

B. protocol

Which network protocol allows devices to communicate with each other over a short range, usually less than 30 feet/9 meters? A. RFID B. NFC C. Bluetooth D. IrDA

C. Bluetooth

Which of the following could indicate a DoS attack on your company server? A. Customers are required to enter personal information as they complete an order form. B. Customers are receiving too many emails about special offers. C. Customers cannot view the website on their device because the page will not load. D. Customers cannot download the most recent newsletter.

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

When describing a client/server network, which of the following would be considered a client? A. External hard drive B. Desktop C. Laptop D. Printer

C. Laptop

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. A. Bus B. Ring C. Star D. Mesh

C. Star

What type of network sends signals through airwaves and usually does not require cables? A. Wired network B. Intranet C. Wireless network D. Virtual private network

C. Wireless network

Why would you want to connect your computer to a network? A. to keep up with computing trends B. for added security C. to access shared resources D. to use the network's operating system

C. to access shared resources

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

False

A modem can also function as what other piece of hardware? A. A hub B. A switch C. A router D. A network interface card

A. A hub

What is an ISP? A. A unique hardware address for device B. The connection needed to access to a cellular network C. An IP address unique to Apple's MAC computers D. An alternate name Internet Protocol version 6

A. A unique hardware address for device

What is a MAC address? A. A unique hardware address for your device B. The connection needed to access to a cellular network C. An IP address unique to Apple's MAC computers D. An alternate name Internet Protocol version 6

A. A unique hardware address for your device

What does a DSL modem use to send and receive digital data? A. Copper telephone wiring B. Cable TV connections C. A wireless router D. A network interface card

A. Copper telephone wiring

Which of the following is an authentication method to keep your data safe? A. Fingerprint scanner B. Body area network C. Encryption D. Software firewall

A. Fingerprint scanner

Which of the following statements is true about public networks? A. Many public networks are not secure. B. All public networks are free. C. Your home network is a public network. D. Hackers cannot intercept data transmitted over public networks.

A. 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 NOT connect to? A. My Verizon VPN B. Starbucks Wi-Fi C. Jenn's iPhone D. xfinitywifi

A. My Verizon VPN

What is it called when someone attempts to befriend you online for the purpose of stealing confidential or sensitive information? A. Social engineering B. A zombie attack C. An evil twin D. Spyware

A. Social engineering

A network administrator is usually not required on a _____ network. A. peer-to-peer B. client/server C. intranet D. metropolitan area

A. peer-to-peer

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. A. ethernet B. firewall C. protocol D. rootkit

B. firewall

Which of the following describes an evil twin? A. A device infected with malware that an attacker uses to control the device remotely. B. A normal looking yet fraudulent Wi-Fi network that allows hackers to capture personal information users transmit using it. C. A type of malware that disguises itself as or hides itself in a legitimate file, and then causes damage to programs and data when opened. D. An identified risk that gains administrator-level access to a computer or network without the system or users detecting its presence.

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

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? A. mobile hotspot B. Bluetooth connection C. virtual private network D. cell phone hotspot

B. Bluetooth connection

Which of the following is true about broadband connections? A. Broadband connections turn off after a specified amount of idle time. B. Broadband connections are "always-on" connections. C. Only a few of today's Internet connections are broadband connections. D. Broadband connections require a wireless router to increase their speed.

B. Broadband connections are "always-on" connections.

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? A. Store the report on a flash drive that you have password-protected with the president's name. B. Encrypt the data in the report. C. Send the email without attaching the report and ask the president to call you. D. Transfer the report to the cloud.

B. 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? A. VPN B. Extranet C. Wi-Fi D. Intranet

B. Extranet

If you want to share information with individuals who are internal to your organization, which type of network would you want to use? A. Wired network B. Intranet C. Extranet D. Virtual private network

B. Intranet

Which of the following statements is NOT true about a local firewall? A. It is a physical device that acts as a protective barrier. B. It is also called software firewall. C. It is often built into a company's operating system. D. It inspects data being transmitted to or from a network.

B. It is also called software firewall.

Why is a cable modem classified as a digital model? A. It only sends digital data over a digital line. B. It sends and receives digital data over a digital line. C. It only receives digital data over a digital line. D. It uses copper wires to enable efficient digital data transfers.

B. It sends and receives digital data over a digital line.

Which of the following network standards applies to cellular networks? A. Wi-Fi B. LTE C. Phoneline D. Ethernet

B. LTE

What hardware is essential to creating a home Wi-Fi network? A. Printer B. Router C. Monitor D. Ethernet cord

B. Router

How does a wireless network key work with an encrypted wireless network? A. The wireless key is the encryption code needed by the receiver to decode the file. B. The sending and receiving devices must know the wireless network key to communicate. C. The wireless network needs the key to decode the data before sending. D. The wireless network key is your password for logging onto an Internet email system to receive files.

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

In a connected network, how are hubs and switches similar to one another? A. They are interchange able terms for the same hardware. B. They provide a central point for cables in a network. C. They transfer data to all devices. D. They can only connect to a single device.

B. They provide a central point for cables in a network.

When it comes to secure data storage on a network, which of the following statements is true? A. You cannot save encrypted files on a network attached storage device. B. Wireless network keys are the safest method for protecting files on a network. C. Roles can be granted to individuals to view files and make changes to files on a network. D. Files stored on a network are accessible to all who can access that network.

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

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? A. She uses a hub at her home that she connects to through the app. B. She has installed switches that interact with the installed app on her phone. C. She has a home network with smart home devices. D. She dialed into her home modem through the app and sent a command through the router.

C. She has a home network with smart home devices.

What is one way hackers can trick you into transmitting personal data over on a public network without your knowledge? A. They use adware filling your screen with unwanted advertisements until you click on one. B. They overload the server with network traffic so webpages will not load. C. They disguise the network as an evil twin. D. They encrypt your computer data and hold it hostage until you pay a fee, usually with bitcoins.

C. They disguise the network as an evil twin.

Which of the following is an example of a personal area network? A. computers connected within a city B. computers connected within a home C. smartwatch and phone connected via Bluetooth D. phone and computer connected via Wi-Fi

C. 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. A. topologies B. architectures C. standards D. protocols

C. standards

Which of the following statements do opponents of net neutrality agree with? A. Access to websites should not be restricted based on content. B. All Internet traffic should be treated equally. C The same level of service should be provided to all websites, regardless of purpose. D. ISPs should charge more for high-bandwidth connections.

D. ISPs should charge more for high-bandwidth connections.

Alex received an email from what appeared to be his bank.What would indicate the message was actually a phishing attempt? A. It did not include a promotional offer. B. It was written in an overly formal tone. C. The signature was consistent with other emails from his bank. D. It contained typos and other grammatical errors.

D. It contained typos and other grammatical errors.

What internal device does a computer use to connect to a wired or a wireless network? A. Motherboard B. Hub C. Switch D. Network interface card

D. Network interface card

What is the U.S. Federal Communication Commission's role in regard to Internet access? A. To rate Internet sites similar to movie ratings B. To restrict Internet access by location and population C. To regulate the bandwidth each website can have D. To release rules surrounding Internet access

D. To release rules surrounding Internet access

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? A. Extranet B. Intranet C. Wireless network D. Virtual private network

D. Virtual private network

Which of the following would be considered a strong password? A. Password123 B. Abc123456789 C. CatCatCatCat D. Wbcm2!4!820!

D. Wbcm2!4!820!

To access the Internet, a router must be connected to a _____. A. network B. hub C. switch D. modem

D. modem

Devices on a _____ area network are connected via Bluetooth. A. local B. wide C. metropolitan D. personal

D. personal

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

False

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

False

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

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. True False

False

RFID is a network protocol used in credit cards, smartphones, and tickets to facilitate close-range communication. True False

True

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

True