Chapter 12
Which of the following is NOT an advantage of installing a network in a business?
decentralization of files and data
Fiber-optic cable most likely would be used in a business network when
electrical or magnetic interference is present.
Network adapters send data packets based on a
MAC address
Most modern operating systems include some type of NOS functionality. (T or F)
True
A network consisting of two LANs separated by great physical distances is known as a
WAN
which of the following is a private network set up by a business that's used exclusively by a select group of employees and suppliers?
intranet
Why are client/server networks usually installed in businesses?
They are more scalable than P2P networks.
A web server is used to host websites on a client/server network. (T or F)
True
To ensure only authorized users are logging onto a network, which server would a client/server network include?
authentication
Correctly entering the user ID and password on your college network is an example of
authentication.
NOS software is needed
on all computers in a client/server network.
Providing adequate security on a corporate network involves all of the following issues except
proprietary software lockout
Why are P2P networks not usually installed in businesses?
security is stronger on client/server networks
Which type of network topology is most popular?
star
On client/server networks, routers
transfer data between two networks.
Bridges are used to route data between two different networks. (T or F)
False
Client/server networks are generally less secure that P2P networks. (T or F)
False
Which of the following is used to increase security on a client/server network?
bastion host
Which of the following is an advantage of installing a client/server network in a business?
centralization of network security protection
To manage authorize connections to external networks, which server would a client/server network include?
communications