Chapter 8 - Networking Concepts & Technologies

Which of these terms best describe a SOHO Network? (choose 2) A. Peer-to-peer B. LAN C. Client/server D. WAN

A and B; Peer-to-peer and LAN

What is an advantage of using a HomeGroup? A. Faster file transfer B. Higher security level C. Easier folder and printer sharing D. Makes router use less power

C. Easier folder and printer sharing

Which of the following types of network connections can give you the highest data transfer rates? A. DSL B. T1 C. ISDN D. Cellular

A. DSL

How do you access a router configuration utility? A. IP address in a Web browser B. Domain name in a Web browser C. Buttons on the top of the router D. Buttons on the back of the router

A. IP address in a Web browser

Which of the following operating systems is available for free and can be modified by anyone? A. Linux B. Chrome OS C. Windows D. Mac OS

A. Linux

A technician is trying to access a user's files and is unable to open any folder or file. Which of the following BEST describes the situation? A. The files are corrupted B. The technician needs to change the file attributes C. Use the original password D. The folders contain older versions of the files

A. The files are corrupted

Which of the following connections provide data with the MOST secure protection from interception? A. Wired B. WiFi C. IR D. Cellular

A. Wired

A user has a username and password to log onto a banking website. The user would like to keep access to the account as secure as possible. Which of the following best security practices should the user follow? (select 2) A. Use only public computers to access the website B. Change the default password C. Create a complex password D. Use the original password

B and C, Change the default password and Create a complex password

Which of the following settings will a user configure as part of the initial operating system setup wizard? (select 2) A. Multiple user accounts B. Computer name C. Accessibility options D. Time zone E. Backup schedule

B and D; Computer name and Time zone

What kind of ports are on the back of a SOHO router for making wired connections? A. VGA B. RJ-45 C. RJ-11 D. DVI

B. RJ-45

Which of the following components provides the FASTEST medium for hosting and storing an operating system? A. 7200 RPM HDD B. SSD C. Blu Ray Disc D. DVD-RW

B. SSD

Which of the following is a file on a computer that links to another program or file somewhere else on the same computer? A. Attachment B. Shortcut C. URL D. FTP

B. Shortcut

A technician is configuring a wireless router for a small office and the business owner would like the network to be secured using the strongest encryption possible. Which of the following should the technician choose? A. WAP B. WPA2 C. WEP D. WPA

B. WPA2

Which wireless encryption standard is the most secure? A. WPA B. WPA2 C. WPS D. WEP

B. WPA2

Which of the following addresses is considered a private IP address? A. 19.21.68.100 B. 168.192.100.101 C. 192.168.100.101 D. 172.15.100.101

C. 192.168.100.101

You have a scenario where you need to disable the guest network on your wireless router. You try to log in, but your password does not work. After several attempts, you realize that you forgot your password. What can you do? A. Unplug the router and plug it back in B. Use the default password of admin C. Hold the reset button down for 30 seconds to reset the router. D. Use the password reset option in your router configuration utility.

C. Hold the reset button down for 30 seconds to reset the router.

In which way is a cellular Internet connection superior to wired and wireless? A. Security B. Number of concurrent connections C. Mobility D. Bandwidth

C. Mobility

Which of the following is the MOST sensitive Personally Identifiable Information (PII) and should be shared cautiously and only with trusted resources? A. Last name B. Email address C. Mother's maiden name D. Phone number

C. Mother's maiden name

Which of the following must be performed after a backup has been completed? A. Schedule the backup B. Save the backup C. Verify the backup D. Delete the backup

C. Verify the backup

When shopping for a SOHO router, look for the latest available standard, which is: A. 802.11b B. 802.11n C. 802.11g D. 802.11ac

D. 802.11ac

What differentiates a router from a switch? A. Routers are for cleint/server networks, and switches are for peer-to-peer networks B. Routers are for WANs, and switches are for LANs C. A switch provides a path out of the LAN, such as to the Internet D. A router provides a path out of the LAN, such as to the Internet

D. A router provides a path out of the LAN, such as to the Internet

Where in the Control Panel would you go to connect to a network printer on a client PC? A. System and Security B. Ease of Access C. Network and Internet D. Devices and Printers

D. Devices and Printers

Which of the following operating systems is most likely to be found on a desktop where its primary functions include professional video and audio editing? A. Chrome OS B. Windows 7 Home C. iOS D. Mac OS X

D. Mac OS X

What is the router's SSID? A. Model number B. Serial number C. IP address D. Network name

D. Network name

After initial OS and application installation on a laptop, an application warns that it will only work 24 more times. Which of the following should be done NEXT? A. The application needs to be reinstalled. B. The application must be upgraded to a 64-bit version. C. The application has to be registered to the user. D. The application must be activated.

D. The application must be activated.