A+ 220-1001: Networking

Which option best describes the process of devices such as Wi-Fi access points reporting their usage and status information to a cloud-based management point?

Backhaul

Which term is used to describe a disguised system that appears to be of interest or value to lure an attacker?

Honeypot

Ethernet over power can sometimes be used as an alternative to which networking implementation?

Wi-Fi

Which devices would most likely require Power over Ethernet (PoE)?

A Wi-Fi access point A security camera

Which statements best describe the difference between a hub and a bridge?

Hubs send incoming data out over all other ports, bridges do not Hubs operate at Layer 1 of the OSI model, bridges operate at Layer 2 Hubs come in Active and Passive varieties, bridges do not

Which characteristics of a switch can be advantageous to network deployment?

They improve network performance by regulating the flow of traffic They increase network performance by reducing collisions

Which characteristics of a cable modem distinguish it from other modems?

They use cable TV lines They are always on

A patch-panel can best be thought of in which manner?

A centralized termination point for extensions of network cables

Which scenario would best equate to a full-duplex transmission?

Two people arguing with each other

Which statements best describe the characteristics of a router?

They operate at Layer 3 of the OSI model They connect multiple networks together They isolate networks from each other and do not forward broadcast packets

Repeaters and extenders for both wired and wireless networks operate at which layer of the OSI model?

Layer 1