True/False
Indicate whether the
statement is true or false.
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A common way to share resources on a peer-to-peer network is by modifying the
file-sharing controls via the computer’s operating system.
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2.
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Resource sharing is controlled by a central computer or authority.
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Clients on a client/server network share their resources directly with each
other.
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4.
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Networks are usually only arranged in a ring, bus, or star formation and hybrid
combinations of these patterns are not possible.
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5.
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Protocols ensure that data are transferred whole, in sequence, and without error
from one node on the network to another.
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Multiple Choice
Identify the
choice that best completes the statement or answers the question.
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A(n) ____ is a group of computers and other devices that are connected by some
type of transmission media.
a. | access server | c. | NOS | b. | network | d. | NIC |
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In a(n) ____ network, every computer can communicate directly with every other
computer.
a. | LAN | c. | WAN | b. | client/server | d. | peer-to-peer |
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8.
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A(n) ____ is a network of computers and other devices that is confined to a
relatively small space, such as one building or even one office.
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9.
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A network that is larger than a LAN and connects clients and servers from
multiple buildings is known as a(n) ____.
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10.
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A personal computer which may or may not be connected to a network is a(n)
____.
a. | server | c. | workstation | b. | client | d. | NIC |
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11.
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The device inside a computer that connects a computer to the network media and
allows it to communicate with other computers is known as a(n) ____.
a. | server | c. | workstation | b. | client | d. | NIC |
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12.
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The ____ is the main circuit that controls the computer.
a. | motherboard | c. | NOS | b. | mail server | d. | network adapter |
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The ____ is the software that runs on a server and enables the server to manage
data, users, groups, security, applications, and other networking functions.
a. | NIC | c. | Web server | b. | network operating system | d. | WAN |
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Which of the following enables resource sharing by other computers on the same
network?
a. | Segment | c. | Host | b. | Node | d. | Backbone |
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A(n) ____ is a client, server, or other device that can communicate over a
network and is identified by a unique number, known as its network address.
a. | host | c. | segment | b. | node | d. | connectivity
device |
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A(n) ____ is usually composed of a group of nodes that use the same
communications channel for all their traffic.
a. | segment | c. | backbone | b. | connectivity device | d. | host |
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The ____ of a network refers to that part of the network to which segments and
shared devices connect.
a. | topology | c. | node | b. | protocol | d. | backbone |
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The physical layout of a computer network is known as its ____.
a. | protocol | c. | connectivity | b. | topology | d. | addressing |
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____ are standard methods or formats for communication between networked
devices.
a. | Topologies | c. | Hosts | b. | Data packets | d. | Protocols |
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____ are the distinct units of data that are transmitted from one node on a
network to another.
a. | Nodes | c. | Transmission media | b. | Data packets | d. | Protocols |
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The scheme used to assign a unique identifying number to every node on a network
is known as ____.
a. | addressing | c. | security | b. | transmission | d. | protocol |
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____ is the means through which data is transmitted and received.
a. | Spam | c. | Transmission media | b. | The network adapter | d. | NOS |
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____ refer to the capability of a server to share data files, applications (such
as word-processing or spreadsheet programs), and disk storage space.
a. | File services | c. | NIC | b. | Print services | d. | P2P |
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Another term for a remote access server is ____.
a. | client/server | c. | data server | b. | mail server | d. | communications
server |
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____ coordinate the storage and transfer of e-mail between users on a
network.
a. | Print services | c. | LANs | b. | Mail services | d. | Hosts |
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A(n) ____ is a computer installed with the appropriate software to supply Web
pages to many different clients upon demand.
a. | Web server | c. | WAN | b. | node | d. | LAN |
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Completion
Complete each
statement.
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27.
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A network that uses a server to enable clients to share data, data storage
space, and devices is known as a(n) _________________________.
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28.
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A(n) ____________________ is a computer on a network that requests resources or
services from another computer on the network.
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29.
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A computer on a network that manages shared resources is known as a(n)
____________________.
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30.
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The functions provided by a network are usually referred to as
____________________.
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31.
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A server that provides file services is called a(n) ____________________.
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Matching
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Match each term with the correct statement below. a. | Standalone computer | f. | Backbone | b. | Sneakernet | g. | NOS | c. | Server | h. | WAN | d. | NIC | i. | Internet services | e. | Mail
server |
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32.
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An outdated file-sharing method.
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33.
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Also known as a network adapter.
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34.
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Sometimes referred to as “a network of networks.”
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35.
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A network that connects two or more geographically distinct LANs or
MANs.
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36.
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Computer responsible for mail services.
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37.
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Include file transfer capabilities, Internet addressing schemes, security
filters, and a means for directly logging on to other computers on the Internet.
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38.
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Computer that is not connected to other computers and that uses software
applications and data stored on its local disks.
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39.
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Necessary to function as a server.
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40.
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A central computer.
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Short Answer
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41.
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What is the purpose of a network operating system?
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42.
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What are the advantages of a client/server network?
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43.
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What is the purpose of a mail server?
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44.
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List at least four examples of popular network operating systems.
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45.
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What is the difference between a metropolitan area network and a wide area
network?
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46.
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Provide a brief definition of the term remote user.
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47.
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Briefly describe the following network management services: Traffic monitoring
and control, load balancing, and asset management.
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48.
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What is meant by the term “soft skills?”
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49.
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Provide a brief definition of the term certification.
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50.
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What are some of the advantages of certification?
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