1.       An organization that shares devices, saves _____.

a)       money

b)       space

c)       time

d)       Both A and C are correct answers.

 

2.       The computer on which you are actually working on is referred to as the _____.

a)       standalone computer

b)       local computer

c)       remote computer

d)       peer-to-peer computer

 

3.       The computer that you are controlling or working on via the network is referred to as the _____.

a)       standalone computer

b)       local computer

c)       remote computer

d)       peer-to-peer computer

 

4.       _____ networks are simple to configure, but are not very flexible or secure.

a)       standalone

b)       remote

c)       peer-to-peer

d)       local

 

5.       A standalone computer is a Personal Computer that _____.

a)       is situated as the only computer in the room

b)       is one of a kind in an organization

c)       only uses programs and data from its local disks

d)       does not need to be placed on a desk

 

6.       Networks enable multiple users to share devices and data that, collectively, are referred to as the networks’ _____.

a)       devices

b)       resources

c)       data files

d)       peripherals

 

7.       The peer-to-peer network is an example of a _____.

a)       metropolis area network

b)       wide area network

c)       local area network

d)       tiny area network

 

8. LAN’s involving many _____ are usually server-based.

a) computers

b) printers

c) systems

d) applications

 

9) On a server-based network, special computers, known as _____, process data for and facilitate communications between the other computers on the network.

a) computers

b) printers

c) file servers

d) applications

10) A network that connects two or more geographically distinct LAN’s is called a _____.

a) wide area network

b) peer-to-peer network

c) remote network

d) sneakernet

 

11) Most organizations use a _____ to connect separate offices, whether the offices are across town or across the world from each other.

a) wide area network

b) peer-to-peer network

c) local area network

d) remote network

 

12) The _____ is an example of a very intricate and extensive WAN that spans the globe.

a) Network Operating System

b) Client/Server

c) file server

d) Internet

 

13) A computer on the network that manages shared resources or services from another computer on a network is called a _____.

a) workstation

b) server

c) client

d) LAN

14) A computer on the network that requests resources or services from another computer on a network is called _____.

a) NOS

b) server

c) client

d) LAN

 

15) The device that enables a workstation to connect to the network is called a _____.

a) client

b) server

c) workstation

d) network interface card

 

16) A desktop computer, which may or may not be connected to a network, is called a _____.

a) client

b) server

c) workstation

d) user

 

17) The software that runs on a file server and enables the server to manage data, users, groups, security, applications, and other networking functions is called the _____.

a) client

b) server

c) network operating system

d) network interface card

 

18) _____ refer to the capability of a file server to share data files, applications and disk storage space.

a) File services

b) Transmission media

c) Topology

d) Protocol

 

19) A person working on a computer on a different geographical location from the LAN’s server is referred to as a _____.

a) file server

b) remote user

c) peer-to-peer

d) gateway

 

20) A server that allows users to dial-in services is called a _____.

a) file server

b) gateway server

c) print server

d) communications server

 

21) Communications servers are also referred to as _____.

a) file servers

b) access servers

c) print servers

d) gateway servers

 

22) Mail services require a significant commitment of technical support and administration resources due to their _____.

a) instability

b) routing capabilities

c) heavy use

d) access ability

 

23) Distributing processing activity evenly across a network so that no single device becomes overwhelmed, is handled by the _____ service of the network management services.

a) traffic monitoring

b) load balancing

c) hardware diagnosis

d) asset management

 

24) The _____ service determines when a network component fails.

a) traffic monitoring

b) load balancing

c) hardware diagnosis

d) asset management

 

25) The _____ service collects and stores data on the number and types of software and hardware assets in an organization’s network.

a) traffic monitoring

b) load balancing

c) hardware diagnosis

d) asset management

 

26) The Computing Technology Industry Association developed and administers the _____ certification program.

a) Cisco Certified Network Associate

b) Microsoft Certified System Engineer

c) Certified NetWare Engineer

d) Net+

 

27) Networks may consist of two computers connected by a cable in a home office or several thousand computers connected across the world via a combination of cable, phone lines, and satellite links.

a) True

b) False

 

28) Networks do not link mainframes computers, modems, CD-ROMs, printers, plotters, fax machines, and phone systems.

a) True

b) False

 

29) In a peer-to-peer network, there is always one computer that has more authority on the network than other computers.

a) True

b) False

 

30) Networks allow you to manage, or administer, hardware and software on multiple computers from one central location.

a) True

b) False

 

31) Peer-to-peer networks require a special network operating system.

a) True

b) False

 

32) A file server’s main job is to allow clients to share resources.

a) True

b) False

 

33) Network operating systems can not provide the ability to manage network security, network users and groups, protocols, and network applications.

a) True

b) False

 

34) Usually, file servers are more powerful computers than those found on a user’s desktop.

a) True

b) False

 

35) Servers usually have more processing power, memory, and hard disk space than Clients have.

a) True

b) False

 

 

 

36) A host is a server that manages shared resources.

a) True

b) False

 

37) A node is a client, server, or other device on a network that is identified by a unique network address.

a) True

b) False

 

38) Data packets are distinct units of data that are transmitted from one network to another.

a) True

b) False

 

39) Addressing is the table for assigning a unique number to every workstation and device on the network.

a) True

b) False

 

40) Data stored at a central location is more secure because, as a network administrator, you can take charge of backing up this data, rather than relying on individual users to make their own copies.

a) True

b) False

 

41) Using a file server to run applications for multiple users requires that fewer copies of the application be purchased.

a) True

b) False

 

42) Mail services can only run on one kind of system at a time.

a) True

b) False

 

43) Businesses and other organizations use communications services to allow staff from other organizations to help diagnose a network problem.

a) True

b) False

 

44) Mail services coordinate the storage and transfer of e-mail between users on a network.

a) True

b) False

 

45) A segment is part of a LAN, which is logically separated from other parts of the LAN and shares a fixed amount of traffic capacity.

a) True

b) False

 

46) Software distributing automatically transfers a data file or a program from the server to a client on the network.

a) True

b) False

 

47) The address management services manage an infinite number of network addresses for an entire LAN.

a) True

b) False

 

48) Backup and data restoration services provide centralized management of data backup on multiple servers and on-demand restoration of files and directories.

a) True

b) False

 

49) One should specialize in only one area to obtain a better job in networking.

a) True

b) False

 

50) Evaluating what security measures are currently in force and notifying the network administrator if a security breach occurs is performed by the security auditing services.

a) True

b) False

 

51) The understanding of transmission media, network design, and network protocol are skills that are helpful for a person looking for employment in Networks.

a) True

b) False

 

52) Certification is a popular career development tool for job seekers and a measure of an employee’s qualifications for employers.

a) True

b) False

 

53) Many manufacturers reward certified professionals with less expensive, more detailed, and more direct access to their technical support.

a) True

b) False

 

54) It is not necessary for a job seeker to meet all the requirements in an employer’s ad.

a) True

b) False

 

55) Joining an organization can connect you with people who have similar interests, provide new opportunities for learning, and allow you to access specialize information.

a) True

b) False

 

56) Certification may qualify you for additional degrees or more advanced technical positions.

 

57) A network is a group of computers and other devices (such as printers) that are connected by some type of transmission media.

 

58) A network may communicate through copper wires, fiber-optic cable, radio waves, infrared, or satellite links.

 

59) Professionals with certification can usually ask for higher salaries than those who are not certified.

 

60) A sneakernet is an outdated network system that required employees to carry disks from computer to computer in order to share data.

 

61) The simplest form of a network connects a handful of computers through one cable and uses peer-to-peer communications.

 

62) A local area network is a network of computers and other devices that is confined to a relatively small space, such as one building.

 

63) To function as a file server, a computer must be running a network operating system – NOS.

 

64) Client/server architecture is the used for the networking model in which clients use a central file server to share applications and data.

 

65) Protocol(s) ensure that data are transferred whole, in sequence, and without error from one node on the network to another.

 

66) The physical layout of a computer network is called topology.

 

67) The means through which data are transmitted and received is called transmission media.

 

68) Communication services allow remote users to connect to the network.

 

69) Using print services to share printers across a network saves time and money.

 

70) In Windows NT, the communications software is known as Remote Access Server (RAS).

 

71) In NetWare, the communications software is known as Network Access Server (NAS).

 

72) Mail services can include intelligent routing (intelligent e-mail routing) capabilities.

 

73) Internet services include World Wide Web servers and browsers, file transfer capabilities, Internet addressing schemes, and security filters.

 

74) A combination of software and hardware that enables two different kinds of networks to exchange data is called a gateway.

 

75) Once you establish a connection, your workstation and its accompanying servers must run standard protocol(s) to use the Internet’s features.

76) Network management services centrally administer and simplify complicated management tasks on the network.

 

77) One of the services that falls under network management, and monitors traffic on the network or a network segment is called traffic monitoring and control-traffic monitoring and control services.

 

78) The tracking of how many copies of a single application is being used on a network, is done by the license tracking service.

 

79) Installing, configuring, and troubleshooting network client hardware and software are skills that someone seeking a job in networking.

 

80) One of the important soft skills, that involve the ability to listen to customers, is called customer relations.

 

81) If you cannot customer relations to colleagues and clients, the significance of your knowledge is diminished.

 

82) The term soft skills refers to those skills that are not easily measurable.

 

83) Figure 1-5 shows an example of a simple WAN-WAN.

 

84) Figure 1-2 shows an example of a peer-to-peer network.

 

85) A manufacturer or a professional organization usually develops and administers certification programs.

 

86) If you want to prove a mastery of many aspects of networking, you should choose to become Net+ certified.

 

87) To become a PC technician, one should pursue the A+ certification.

 

88) A person wanting to specialize in Novell networking products, should pursue a Certified NetWare Engineer (CNE) certification.

 

89) What are the 3 steps for installing a NIC? Select a slot on the computer’s system board where you will insert the NIC. Make sure that the slot matches the type of NIC, and if the PC contains more than one type of slot, use the most modern type. Remove the metal slot cover for that slot from the back of the PC. Insert the NIC by lining up its slot connector with the slot, rocking it into place, and pressing firmly into the slot. If you have correctly inserted the NIC, you should not be able to wiggle it from side to side. If you can wiggle it, press it in further. A loose NIC will cause connectivity problems. The metal bracket at the end of the NIC should now be positioned where the metal slot cover was located before you removed the slot cover. Attach the bracket with a Phillips-head screw into the back of the computer cover to secure the NIC in place.

 

 

 

90) What is the simplest form of network and how does it communicate?

The simplest form of a network connects a handful of computers through one cable and uses peer-to-peer communications.

 

91) What is a fileserver’s main job?

A fileserver’s main job is to allow clients to share resources.

 

92) What are the four advantages of server-based networks relative to peer-to-peer networks?

Four advantages of server-based networks are:

1) All login accounts and passwords for anyone on the network can be assigned from one place. 2) Access to multiple shared resources can be centrally granted, by a single user or by groups of others. 3) Servers are optimized to handle heavy processing loads and dedicated to handling requests from clients. 4) Because of their efficient processing and larger disk storage, servers can connect more than a handful of computers on a network.

 

93) What are four reasons that file services are the foundation of networking today?

Four reasons why file services are the foundation of networking today are: 1) It’s easier to store shared data at a central location than to copy files to a disk and then pass the disks around. 2) Data stored at a central location are also more secure, because a network administrator can back up the data rather than rely on each user to back up his own data. 3) Using a file server to run applications for multiple users requires that fewer copies of the application be purchased. 4) Having fewer copies of applications means less maintenance for the network administrator.

 

94) What are five soft skills that are important in a team environment?

Five soft skills that are important in a team environment are: customer relations, oral and written communication, dependability, teamwork, and leadership abilities.

 

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95) The IEEE is an international society composed of _____ professionals.

a) engineering

b) networking

c) computer hardware

d) programming

 

96) In Figure 2-7, which layer of the OSI Model is represented by the letter F?

a) Application

b) Network

c) Presentation

d) Data Link

 

 

97) In Figure 2-7, which layer of the OSI Model is represented by the letter C?

a) Physical

b) Session

c) Presentation

d) Transport

 

98) About _____ of ISO’s nearly 12,000 standards apply to computer related products.

a) 1000

b) 500

c) 10,000

d) 250

 

99) The ITU is a specialized _____ agency that regulates international telecommunications.

a) NATO

b) Commonwealth

c) United Nations

d) United States

 

100) The Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) reference model divides networking architecture into _____ layers.

a) six

b) eight

c) five

d) seven

 

101) The OSI model is a theoretical representation of what happens between _____ nodes on a network.

a) two

b) three

c) five

d) all the

 

102) Choose the correct listing of OSI Model layers from one to seven.

a) Physical, Data Link, Network, Transport, Presentation, Session and Application

b) Physical, Data Link, Network, Transport, Session, Presentation, and Application

c) Physical, Network, Data Link, Transport, Session, Presentation, and Application

d) Physical, Data Link, Network, Transport, Session, Application and Presentation

 

103) The network uses the _____ to deliver a frame.

a) token

b) protocol

c) checksum

d) address

 

104) The IEEE standard 802, specifies how data is handled by Ethernet and Token Ring networks on the _____.

a) Data Link

b) Transport

c) Physical

d) Network

 

105) Error checking and control information ensure that a _____ arrives without any problems.

a) token

b) protocol

c) checksum

d) frame

 

 

106) A structured package for moving data that includes not only raw data, but also the sender’s and receiver’s network addresses, and error checking and control information is called a _____.

a) token

b) protocol

c) frame

d) connector

 

107) If you insert a Network Interface Card but fail to seat it deeply enough in the computer’s circuit board, your computer will experience network problems at the _____ Layer.

a) Data Link

b) Physical

c) Transport)

d) Network

 

108) The Data Link Layer accomplishes the job of finding out if information has been dropped and of asking for a retransmission, by the _____ process.

a) token ring

b) protocol

c) error checking

d) frame

 

109) Transport layer services break arbitrarily long packets into _____.

a) the maximum size that the type network in use can handle

b) the minimum size that the type network in use can handle

c) a standard size that is used by all protocols

d) a size smaller than standard size so it may fit all frames

 

110) _____ is the process by which the Transport layer service of the sending node divides the sending node’s data, and assigns a sequence number to each piece so that the data can be reassembled in the correct order by the receiving node’s Transport layer service.

a) Routering

b) Sequencing

c) Segmentation

d) Framing

 

111) The Session layer is sometimes called the “_____” of network communications.

a) coach

b) leader

c) workhorse

d) traffic cop

 

 

 

112) The _____ layer serves as a translator between the application and the network.

a) Presentation

b) Session

c) Application

d) Network

 

113) One of the services provided by the Application layer is _____.

a) file transfer

b) decoding

c) segmentation

d) sequencing

 

114) The Transport layer passes the data blocks, one at a time, to the _____ layer.

a) Session

b) Network

c) Data Link

d) Presentation

 

115) The Network layer passes the data blocks, with their addressing identifications, to the _____ layer.

a) Session

b) Transport

c) Data Link

d) Presentation

 

116) The Network layer adds addressing information to the data it receives from the _____ layer.

a) Session

b) Transport

c) Data Link

d) Presentation

 

117) The Application layer transfers data requests to a remote node on the _____ layer.

a) Session

b) Presentation

c) Network

d) Transport

 

118) The Presentation layer adds any translation or code required to implement the formatting and passes the request on to the _____ layer.

a) Session

b) Network

c) Application

d) Transport

 

119) The Presentation layer determines how to format or encrypt the data request received from the _____ layer.

a) Session

b) Network

c) Application

d) Transport

 

 

 

 

120) Using frames reduces the possibility of lost data or errors on the network, because each frame has _____.

a) its own built-in address

b) its own built-in sequence

c) its own built-in error check

d) its own built-in token

 

121) An error checking algorithm, also known as the _____, is inserted at the end of the frame by the Data Link layer.

a) Network Frame Check

b) Data Link Check

c) Routing Check Sequence

d) Frame Check Sequence

 

122) At the _____ layer, the data blocks are packaged into individual frames.

a) Session

b) Transport

c) Data Link

d) Presentation

 

123) The Data Link layer passes the frames to the _____ layer.

a)       Session

b)       Transport

c)       Physical

d)       Presentation

 

124) There are _____ major categories of frame types.

a)       six

b)       four

c)       two

d)       five

 

125) Today, _____ types of Ethernet technology are used on LAN’s, with each type being governed by a set of IEEE standards,

a)       three

b)       two

c)       four

d)       five

 

126) The physical address if the destination node is appended to the data frame in the _____ layer.

a)       Transport

b)       Data Link

c)       Physical

d)       Network

 

127) The IEEE expanded the OSI Model by separating the _____ layer into two sublayers, the Logical Link Control and the Media Access Control.

a)       Data Link

b)       Physical

c)       Network

d)       Transport

 

 

 

128) The ANSI (American National Standards Institution) is an organization composed of the ten largest computer companies who, together, determine standards for the electronics industry.

a)       True

b)       False

 

129) The EIA is a trade organization composed of representatives from electronics manufacturing firms across the United States.

a)       True

b)       False

 

130) The ANSI does not dictate that manufacturers comply with standards, but requests them to comply voluntary.

a)       True

b)       False

 

131) The ISO is a collection of computer users representing 130 countries.

a)       True

b)       False

 

132) The ITU’s documents pertain more to global telecommunications than to industry technical specifications.

a)       True

b)       False

 

133) The OSI Model prescribes the type of hardware or software that should support each layer.

a)       True

b)       False

 

134) The terms “layer 1 protocols” and “Physical layer protocols” refer to the standards that dictate how the electrical signals are amplified and transmitted over the wire.

a)       True

b)       False

 

135) The primary function of the Data Link layer is to divide data it receives from the Network layer into distinct frames that can be transmitted by the Physical layer.

a)       True

b)       False

 

136) If the sender of a frame does not get acknowledgement from the receiver of the frame that it received the data, its Data Link layer gives instructions to retransmit the information.

a)       True

b)       False

 

 

 

 

 

 

137) The Network layer determines the best path from point A on one network to point B on another network by factoring in delivery priorities, network congestion, quality of service, and cost of alternative routes.

a)       True

b)       False

 

138) In networking, the term “to route” means to intelligently direct data based on addressing, patterns of usage, and availability.

a)       True

b)       False

 

139) Segmentation refers to the process of increasing the size of the data units when moving data from a network segment than can handle larger data units, to a network segment that can handle only smaller data units.

a)       True

b)       False

 

140) Reassembly is the process of reconstructing the segmented data units.

a)       True

b)       False

 

141) If your phone is accidentally pulled out of the wall jack, the Session layer on your end will detect the loss of a connection and end the session.

a)       True

b)       False

 

142) One of the Session layer’s functions is to synchronize the dialog between the two nodes.

a)       True

b)       False

 

143) If the sending node’s Transport layer does not receive an acknowledgement within a given time period, it considers the data lost and would retransmit them.

a)       True

b)       False

 

144) The Transport layer may be considered the most important layer in the OSI Model because without it, data could not be verified or interpreted by their recipients.

a)       True

b)       False

 

145) One of the Session layer’s function is to establish and keep alive the communications link for the duration of the session.

a)       True

b)       False

 

146) The Presentation layer manages data encryption and decryption, such as scrambling of system passwords.

a)       True

b)       False

 

147) The Application layer provides interfaces to the software that enable programs to use network services.

a)       True

b)       False

 

148) The Physical layer adds another header to the frame before it delivers the data to the cabling and across the network.

a)       True

b)       False

 

149) The characteristics of the frame components depend on the type of network on which the frames run and on the standards that they must follow.

a)       True

b)       False

 

150) The blocks of data grow larger as they accumulate more handling information.

a)       True

b)       False

 

151) Frames are composed of several smaller components, or fields.

a)       True

b)       False

 

152) The Preamble, a component of the Ethernet 802.3 frame, is the first field used when calculating the size of the frame.

a)       True

b)       False

 

153) The most commonly used algorithm in the Frame Check Sequence is called Cyclic Redundancy Check.

a)       True

b)       False

 

154) The network addresses are hierarchical because they contain subsets of data that incrementally narrow down the location of a node.

a)       True

b)       False

 

155) The Media Access Control Sublayer lies within the Data Link layer.

a)       True

b)       False

 

156) The part of the MAC address that is unique to a particular vendor is called the Block ID.

a)       True

b)       False

 

157) The Block ID along with the vendor street address, form the Device ID.

a)       True

b)       False

 

158) IEEE Networking specifications apply to connectivity, network media, error checking algorithms, encryption, and emerging technologies.

a)       True

b)       False

 

159) Without standards, you could not design a network because one piece of hardware might not work properly with another.

 

160) In Figure 2-2, the X represents the source address of the simplified data frame.

 

161) The Data Link layer is the second layer of the OSI model.

 

162) The Physical layer is the first or lowest layer of the OSI model.

 

163) The Data Link layer controls the flow of multiple frame requests and allows the NICE to process data without error.

 

164) In the Network layer, the router is the device that connects network segments and intelligently directs data to its destination.

 

165) The Data Link layer functions independent(ly) of the type of Physical layer used by the network and its nodes.

 

166) Connectivity devices, such as bridges and switches, work in the Data Link layer.

 

167) The third layer of the OSI model is the Network layer.

 

168) The primary function of the Network layer is to translate network addresses into their physical counterparts and decide how to route data from the sender to the receiver.

 

169) The term session refers to a connection for data exchange between two parties.

 

170) The Session layer is responsible for establishing and maintaining communication between two nodes on the network.

 

171) The Transport protocol method of gauging the appropriate rate of transmission based on how fast the recipient can accept data, is called flow control.

 

172) The Transport layer is primarily responsible for ensuring that data are transferred from point A to point B (which may be another network segment) reliably, in the correct sequence, and with out errors.

 

173) The Presentation layer protocols code and decodes graphics and file format information.

 

174) The seventh layer of the OSI model is the Application layer.

 

175) The Session layer sets the terms of communication by deciding which node will communicate first and how long a node can communicate.

 

176) Services for message handling for electronic mail are found in the Application layer.

 

177) The Application layer recognizes your choice in the software, and formulates a request for data from a remote node.

 

178) The Session layer receives a formatted request from the Presentation layer and assigns a data token to it.

 

179) A token is a special control frame that indicates to the rest of the network that you have the right to transmit data.

 

180) The Session layer passes data requests at the Transport layer.

 

181) At the Transport layer, data and the control information it has accumulated thus far, are broken down into manageable chunks of data.

 

182) If the data is to large to fit in one frame, the Transport layer subdivides the data into several smaller blocks and assigns sequence identifiers to each block.

 

183) The Data Link layer adds a header to the frame that incorporates destination and source address assigned by the Network layer.

 

184) In the 1980’s, IBM developed a networking technology called Token Ring.

 

185) Ethernet is a networking technology originally developed at Xerox in 1970.

 

186) The Ethernet frame is specified by the IEEE 802.3 standard.

 

187) The IEEE 802.5 standard specifies the Token Ring frame.

 

188) The Pad, a component of the Ethernet 802.3 frame, is used to increase the size of the frame to its minimum size requirement of 46 bytes.

 

189) The first component of the Token Ring frame is the Start Delimiter (SD), which signifies the beginning of the packet.

 

190) Data Link layer addresses are fixed numbers assigned by the factory and are also called Media Access Control (MAC) addresses.

 

191) A hierarchical address scheme that can be assigned through operating system software, and resides in the Network layer is called network address.

 

 

192) What is the third layer in the OSI Model and what does it do?

The third layer in the OSI Model is the network layer. This layer manages addressing and routing data based on addressing, patterns of usage, and availability. This layer is also responsible for segmentation and reassembly of packets.

 

193) What is sequencing and in which OSI layer does it occur?

Sequencing is performed in the Transport layer. Sequencing is the process of assigning a placeholder to each piece of a data block to allow the receiving node’s Transport layer to reassemble the data in the correct order.

 

194) What is an API, and in which OSI layer does it belong?

An API is an application program interface, which is a routine set of instructions that allows a program to interact with the operating system. API’s are found in the Application layer of the OSI Model.

 

195) What kind of addressing scheme do Network layer addresses follow and how are the addresses assigned?

Network layer addresses follow a hierarchical addressing scheme and can be assigned through the operating system software.

 

196) Why did the IEEE expand the OSI Model by separating the Data Link layer? What are the sublayers?

The IEEE separated the Data Link layer into the Logical Link Control (LLC) and the Media Access Control (MAC) sublayers to accommodate shared access for multiple network nodes (as opposed to simple point-to-point communications).

 

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197) In Figure 3-7, the letter A represents the _____ component of the IPX datagram.

a)       destination socket

b)       transport control

c)       source network

d)       packet type

 

198) A network that uses more than one protocol is called a _____ network.

a)       multiprotocol

b)       routable

c)       segmented

d)       integrated

 

199) In Figure 3-7, the letter E represents the _____ component of the IPX datagram.

a)       packet length

b)       destination network

c)       source network

d)       packet type

 

 

 

200) Of the major protocols, _____ is by far the most commonly used.

a)       IPX/SPX

b)       TCP/IP

c)       NetBIOS

d)       AppleTalk

 

201) The TCP/IP Application is roughly equivalent to the _____ and _____ layers of the OSI Model.

a)       Application and Presentation

b)       Session and Transport

c)       Network and Data Link

d)       Data Link and Physical

 

202) The TCP/IP Transport layer is roughly equivalent to the _____ and _____ layers of the OSI Model.

a)       Application and Presentation

b)       Session and Transport

c)       Network and Data Link

d)       Data Link and Physical

 

203) The TCP/IP Network Interface layer is roughly equivalent to the _____ and _____ layers of the OSI Model.

a)       Application and Presentation

b)       Session and Transport

c)       Network and Data Link

d)       Data Link and Physical

 

204) In an internetwork, the individual networks that are joined together are called _____.

a)       segments

b)       loopbacks

c)       subnets

d)       firewalls

 

205) The TCP/IP Internet layer is roughly equivalent to the _____ layer of the OSI Model.

a)       Application

b)       Session

c)       Network

d)       Data Link

 

206) IP is the subprotocol that enables TCP/IP to _____.

a)       segment

b)       loopback

c)       internetwork

d)       firewall

 

207) The component of an IP datagram header that indicates the maximum time in seconds, that a datagram can remain on the network before it is discarded is called _____.

a)       time to destination

b)       time to be on line

c)       time to be active

d)       time to live

 

 

 

 

208) The IP component of the TCP/IP is an unreliable, connectionless protocol which means that _____.

a)       it does not need a connection to perform its function

b)       it does not have a way to connect and must rely on an other components

c)       it does not guarantee delivery of data

d)       it does not function on any of the network layers

 

209) The IP datagram contains a checksum component that verifies the _____.

a)       integrity of the routing information on the IP header

b)       integrity of the Data in the datagram

c)       integrity of the Time to Live information

d)       integrity of the protocol

 

210) TCP is a connection-oriented subprotocol, which means _____.

a)       that it establishes initialize all connections

b)       that a connection must be established before transmitting data

c)       that it has to be installed on the destination node

d)       that a connection is not necessary for transmission

 

211) ICMP sits between IP and TCP in the _____ layer of the TCP/IP model.

a)       Application

b)       Transport

c)       Internet

d)       Network Interface

 

212) ICMP uses the _____ component of a packet datagram to report which networks are not reachable.

a)       internet header length

b)       type of service

c)       source address

d)       time to live

 

213) In addition to core Transport and Internet layer protocols, TCP/IP encompasses several _____ layer protocols.

a) Network

b) Application

c) Internet

d) Network Interface

 

214) ARP is an Internet layer _____ that obtains the MAC address of a host and then maps the address to the host’s IP address.

a) protocol

b) component

c) control

d) monitor

 

215) ICMP notifies the _____ when something goes wrong in the transmission process.

a) hub

b) sender

c) receiver

d) router

 

 

216) Each IP address is a unique _____ -bit number.

a) 32

b) 16

c) 8

d) 24

 

217) An IP address has _____ types of information.

a) three

b) two

c) four

d) eight

 

218) Networks recognize _____ kinds of addresses.

a) five

b) one

c) three

d) two

 

219) The number 127 through 191 in the first octets of the an IP address, indicate that the address is a _____.

a) Class A

b) Class B

c) Class C

d) Class D

 

220) A secondary number, known as a subnet _____, is also assigned as part of the TCP/IP configuration process.

a) segment

b) LAN

c) mask

d) WAN

 

221) Like TCP/IP, IPX/SPX is a routable protocol because it carries network _____ information.

a) platform

b) addressing

c) protocol

d) layer

 

222) The core protocols of IPX/SPX provide services at the _____ and _____ layers of the OSI Model.

a) Transport, Network

b) Data Link and Physical

c) Data Link and Network

d) Transport and Data Link

 

223) SPX, like TCP in the TCP/IP suite, is a _____ protocol.

a) connectionless

b) dynamic

c) connection-oriented

d) static

 

224) The SPX packet, like the TCP segment, contains _____ fields to ensure reliability.

a) six

b) seven

c) eight

d) two

 

225) IPX addresses contain two parts: the _____ address and the _____ address.

a) network, node

b) protocol, platform

c) DOS, network

d) platform, node

 

226) Socket addresses are appended to _____ address.

a) TCP

b) IPX
c) IP
d) NCP

 

227) To view your Windows 95 workstation IPX address, type _____ at the DOS prompt on the mapped network drive.

a) logon ID nlist /a

b) nlist user logon ID /a

c) nlist logon ID /a

d) nlist logon ID IPX /a

 

228) To view your Windows 95 workstation IPX address while connected to a NetWare server running a version lower than 4.0, type _____ at the DOS prompt on the mapped network drive.

a) logon ID userlist /a

b) userlist user=logon ID /a

c) userlist logon ID /a

d) userlist logon ID IPX /a

 

229) In order to transmit data between network nodes while using NetBIOS, a network Administrator must assign a _____ to each station.

a) logical address

b) MAC

c) IP address

d) NetBIOS name

 

230) Apple has began supporting the _____ protocol to integrate Macintosh with other networks.

a) TCP/IP

b) IPX/SPX

c) NetBIOS
d) NetBEUI

 

231) The four major protocol suites are TCP/IP, IPX/SPX, NetBIOS, and AppleTalk.

a) True

b) False

 

232) Protocols vary according to their speed, transmission efficiency, utilization of resources, ease of setup, and ability to travel between one LAN segment and another.

a) True

b) False

 

233) TCP/IP is not simply one protocol, but rather a suite of small, specialized protocols.

a) True

b) False

234) TCP/IP roots lie with the U.S. Department of Defense, which developed the precursor to TCP/IP for its Advanced Research Projects Agency network (ARPAnet) in the late 1960s.

a) True

b) False

 

235) TCP/IP is also a flexible protocol, running on any combination of network operating systems or network media.

a) True

b) False

 

236) The TCP/IP core protocols are designed to operate in the Transport or Application layers of the OSI Model.

a) True

b) False

 

237) The IP Datagram acts as an envelope for data and contains information necessary for bridges to transfer data between subnets.

a) True

b) False

 

238) The length of the IP Datagram including its header and data cannot exceed 65,535 bytes.

a) True

b) False

 

239) The Protocol component of an IP Datagram header identifies the full IP address of the destination node.

a) True

b) False

 

240) The Identification component of the IP Datagram header identifies the message to which a Datagram belongs and enables the receiving node to reassemble fragmented, or segmented, messages.

a) True

b) False

 

241) The IP component of the TCP/IP suite is an unreliable, connectionless protocol.

a) True

b) False

 

242) The source port indicates the port number at the source node.

a) True

b) False

 

243) The fields of the TCP segment are encapsulated by the IP datagram.

a) True

b) False

 

244) TCP sits on top of the IP subprotocol and compensates for IP reliability deficiencies by providing checksum, flow control, and sequencing information.

a) True

b) False

245) UDP provides error checking, but not sequence numbering.

a) True

b) False

 

246) UDP is a connectionless transport service.

a) True

b) False

 

247) IP addresses are burned into a device’s network interface card and are therefore, unchangeable.

a) True

b) False

 

248) In the TCP/IP protocol suite, IP is the core protocol responsible for logical addressing.

a) True

b) False

 

249) The number 200 in the first octet of an IP address indicates a class C address.

a) True

b) False

 

250) A firewall isolates subnets from each other in a network.

a) True

b) False

 

251) The Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, an Application layer protocol in the TCP/IP suite, can automatically assign IP addresses.

a) True

b) False

 

252) Internetwork Packet Exchange/Sequence Packet Exchange is a protocol required to ensure the interoperability of LAN’s running NetWare operating system.

a) True

b) False

 

253) IPX operates at the Transport layer of the OSI Model and provides routing and internetwork services.

a) True

b) False

 

254) SPX belongs to the Transport layer of the OSI Model.

a) True

b) False

 

255) An SPX packet consists of a 32-byte header followed by 0 to 534 bytes of data.

a) True

b) False

 

 

 

 

 

256) Addresses on an IPX/SPX network are called IPX addresses because IPX is the component of the protocol that handles addressing.

a) True

b) False

 

257) In addition to network and node addresses, processes running on NCP-enabled workstations are identified by socket addresses.

a) True

b) False

 

258) Network Basic Input Output System is a protocol originally designed by IBM to provide Transport and Session Layer services for application running small networks.

a) True

b) False

 

259) NetBEUI provides excellent error correction, which makes it a routable protocol.

a) True

b) False

 

260) NetBIOS does not contain a Network layer and therefore, is not routable.

a) True

b) False

 

261) Zone names are subject to the same strict naming convention that TCP/IP and IPX/SPX networks must follow.

a) True

b) False

 

262) A protocol is a rule that governs how networks communicate.

 

263) Protocols define the standards for communication between network devices.

 

264) In Figure 3-6, which IPX/SPX protocol resides at the Session layer of the OSI Model? NetBIOS

 

265) Protocols that can span more than one LAN segment are routable.

 

266) Protocols are routable because they carry Network layer addressing information that can be interpreted by a router.

 

267) Thanks to its low cost and ability to communicate between a multitude of dissimilar platforms, TCP/IP has become extremely popular.

 

268) TCP, IP, and UDP, are called subprotocols in the TCP/IP suite.

 

269) One of the greatest advantages to using TCP/IP relates to its status as a routable protocol.

 

270) The TCP/IP suite features routing protocols that assist routers in efficiently managing information flow.

 

271) The Internet Protocol (IP) belongs to the Internet layer of the TCP/IP Model.

 

272) The IP portion of a data frame is called an IP (Internet Protocol) datagram.

 

273) In the IP Datagram, the component that tells IP how to process the incoming Datagram by indicating speed, priority, or reliability is the Type of Service (ToS).

 

274) The component of an IP datagram header that identifies the type of transport layer protocol that will receive the Datagram is called Protocol.

 

275) The Transport control protocol belongs to the Transport layer of the TCP/IP suite and provides reliable data delivery services.

 

276) TCP is a connection-oriented subprotocol.

 

277) A port is the address on a host where an application makes itself available in incoming data.

 

278) The User Datagram Protocol sits in the Transport layer, between the Internet layer and the Application layer of the TCP/IP model.

 

280) To make ARP more efficient, computers save recognized IP-to-MAC address mappings in a cache.

 

281) An IP address contains the network address and the host address.

 

282) The numbers 1 through 126 in the first octets of the an IP address, indicate that the address is a Class A address.

 

283) A company can request a class of network address from InterNIC-Network Solutions, the current Internet naming authority.

 

284) A firewall is a special kind of router that secures a network from outside penetration via the Internet.

 

285) Although 8 bits have 256 combinations, the numbers 0 and 255 are reserved for broadcasts – transmissions.

 

286) IP address data are sent across the network to binary form.

 

287) An IP address that is manually assigned is called a static address.

 

288) Each network must have a network name, also know as a domain name,

 

289) IPX is a connectionless service because it does not require a session to be established before it transmits.

 

290) A socket is a logical address assigned to a specific process running on a computer.

 

291) Figure 3-4 is an example of an IP configuration window.

 

292) The Service Advertising Protocol (SAP) works in the Application, Presentation, and Session layers of the OSI Model and runs directly over IPX.

 

293) The NetWare Core Protocol (NCP) handles requests for services such as printing and file access, between clients and servers.

 

294) The second part of an IPX address, the node address, is equal to the network device’s MAC (Media Access Control) address.

 

295) NetBEUI (Network Basic Input Output System) is a fast and efficient protocol that consumes few network resources.

 

296) Once a NetBIOS has found a workstation’s NetBIOS name, it will discover the workstation’s MAC (Media Access Control) address and then use this address in further communications with the workstation.

 

297) To interconnect Macintosh computers, you need to use the AppleTalk protocol suite.

 

298) An AppleTalk network is separated into logical groups of computers called AppleTalk Zones.

 

299) What can a routable protocol do? A routable protocol can span more than one LAN segment.

 

300) What is an IP datagram and what does it do? An IP datagram is the IP portion of a data frame. It acts as an envelope for the data and contains information necessary for routers to transfer data between subnets.

 

301) What is ICMP and when would it be useful? ICMP is Internet Control Message Protocol and is found in the TCP/IP suite. It notifies the sender when something goes wrong in the transmission process and the packets are not delivered.

 

302) When does a static IP address change? A static IP address changes when a client’s TCP/IP properties are reconfigured.

 

303) What is SAP and which devices use it? SAP stands for Service Advertising Protocol and is used by NetWare servers and routers to advertise to the entire network which services they can provide.

 

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304) Analog signals are variable voltage to create continuous waves, resulting in an _____ transmission.

a) exact

b) inexact

c) routable

d) sharp

 

305) Digital signals are composed of precise voltages that create _____ with values of either 1 or 0.

a) cycles

b) noise

c) pulses

d) waves

 

306) Information can be transmitted via one of _____ methods.

a) two

b) three

c) five

d) seven

 

307) Frequency is the number of times that a signal’s _____ changes over a fixed period of time.

a) cycles

b) distance

c) binary

d) amplifies

 

308) A drawback to analog transmission is that it _____ as it travels farther away from its source.

a) attenuates

b) regenerates

c) repeats

d) amplifies

 

309) A device that regenerates a digital signal is called a _____.

a) hub

b) repeater

c) router

d) switch

 

310) The pattern of 1s and 0s, which represent a precise pulse, makes digital transmission _____ analog transmission.

a) noisier than

b) more reliable than

c) less reliable than

d) as reliable as

 

311) Throughput is the amount of _____ that a medium can transmit during a given period of time.

a) signals

b) cycles

c) data

d) noise

 

 

 

 

312) If you try to push more data through a copper wire than it can handle, the result be _____.

a) slower transmissions

b) faster transmissions

c) lost data

d) increased throughput

 

313) The length of a network segment is limited by _____.

a) cost

b) nodes

c) frequency

d) attenuation

 

314) There are two types of _____ that can affect data transmission: EMI and RFI.

a) connectors

b) modems

c) noise

d) bytes

 

315) Cabling may attain noise immunity through shielding, anti-noise algorithms, and _____.

a) connectors

b) distance

c) thickness

d) hubs

 

316) Which of the following best describes Baseband transmission?

a) supports bi-directional signal flow

b) is susceptible to attenuation

c) is inexpensive and simple to install

d) all of the above are correct

 

317) Figure 4-6 shows an image of a Coaxial Cable. Which letter identifies the Sheath?

a) X

b) M

c) P

d) R

 

318) Figure 4-6 shows an image of a Coaxial Cable. Which letter identifies the Conducting Core?

a) X

b) M

c) P

d) R

 

319) Thicknet requires a combination of a drop cable and a _____ tap.

a) BNC

b) RJ-45

c) RJ-11

d) vampire

 

320) Which form of UTP is most popular for new network installations and upgrades to Fast Ethernet?

a) CAT-4 Category 4

b) CAT-6 Category 6

c) CAT-5 Category 5

d) CAT-3 Category

321) The maximum segment length for both STP and UTP is _____ meters.

a) 95

b) 85

c) 90

d) 100

 

322) Fiber optic cables fall into _____ categories.

a) five

b) six

c) two

d) four

 

323) Which of the following is not a characteristic of Fiber optic?

a) Fiber is the least expensive type of cable

b) Fiber cable may use any of several different types of connectors

c) Fiber is immune to both EMI and RFI

d) Network segments made from fiber can span 100 meters

 

324) In Figure 4-18, the letter A identifies the _____.

a) Backbone wiring

b) Horizontal wiring

c) Entrance facilities

d) Equipment room

 

325) In Figure4-18, the letter F identifies the _____.

a) Backbone wiring

b) Equipment room

c) Work area

d) Entrance facilities

 

326) In Figure 4-18, the letter E identifies the _____.

a) Backbone wiring

b) Equipment room

c) Work area

d) Entrance facilities

 

327) In Figure 4-18, the letter D identifies the _____.

a) Backbone wiring

b) Equipment room

c) Work area

d) Entrance facilities

 

328) In Figure 4-18, the letter B identifies the _____.

a) Backbone wiring

b) Equipment room

c) Work area

d) Entrance facilities

 

329) In Figure 4-18, the letter C identifies the _____.

a) Backbone wiring

b) Horizontal wiring

c) Work area

d) Telecommunications closet

 

 

 

 

 

330) Figure 4-20 is an image of a Telecommunication closet. The maximum distance from the closet to the Data Jack is _____.

a) 70m

b) 95m

c) 100m

d) 90m

 

331) Figure 4-20 is an image of a Telecommunication closet, the maximum allowable distance from the Data Jack to the workstation is _____.

a) 10m

b) 25m

c) 100

d) 50m

 

332) Figure 4-20 is an image of a Telecommunication closet, the maximum allowable distance from the Telecommunication closet to the workstation is _____.

a) 10m

b) 90m

c) 100m

d) 95m

 

333) Which of the following is not a good cable installation tip?

a) Do not untwist twisted-pair cables more than one-half inch before inserting into a punch-down block.

b) Always leave slack in cable runs

c) Secure groups of cables with wire in so that the cable does not shift.

d) Test each segment of cabling as you install it with a cable tester.

 

334) In any binary system, the 1s and 0s combine to encode information.

a) True

b) False

 

335) The first networks transmitted data over thick, heavy coaxial cables.

a) True

b) False

 

336) Sound waves experience distortion while they traverse the wire.

a) True

b) False

 

337) Frequency is usually expressed in cycles per second, or Hertz (Hz).

a) True

b) False

 

338) A problem with analog signals is that when they are repeated, they become amplified, but the noise does not.

a) True

b) False

 

339) A situation in which you are likely to employ digital signals to transmit data is when you use a modem to connect two systems.

a) True

b) False

 

340) Digital transmissions requires many pulses to transmit the same amount of information that an analog signal can transmit in one wave.

a) True

b) False

 

341) Throughput is usually measured in megabits per second.

a) True

b) False

 

342) The IEEE limits how fast electricity can travel over copper wire.

a) True

b) False

 

343) The maximum number of nodes per segment depends on bandwidth.

a) True

b) False

 

344) When you connect multiple network segments, you increase the latency in the network.

a) True

b) False

 

345) Baseband is a transmission form in which digital signals are sent through direct current pulses applied to the wire.

a) True

b) False

 

346) Coaxial cable standards require that only one end of its segment be terminated.

a) True

b) False

 

347) Crosstalk occurs when signals traveling on nearby wire pairs infringe on another pair’s signal.

a) True

b) False

 

348) Twist ratio in UTP refers to the number of twist per meter in the cable.

a) True

b) False

 

349) The more twists per inch in a pair of wires, the less resistant the pair will be to all forms of noise.

a) True

b) False

 

 

 

 

350) Fiber optic cable contains one or more glass fibers, that transmit data via pulsing light sent from a light-emitting diode.

a) True

b) False

 

351) Figure 4-18 shows the IEEE structured cabling subsystem.

a) True

b) False

 

352) The TIA/EIA standard dictates that a single hierarchy contain no more than two levels of Cross-connection wiring.

a) True

b) False

 

353) Many network problems can be traced to poor hardware equipment.

a) True

b) False

 

354) A plenum-rated cable is less fire-resistant than other cables.

a) True

b) False

 

355) Networks that transmit signal through the atmosphere are known as wireless networks.

a) True

b) False

 

356) Direct infrared transmission depends on the transmitter and receiver remaining within the line of sight of each other.

a) True

b) False

 

357) Indirect infrared transmission depends on channeling the signal through a transmitter.

a) True

b) False

 

358) Radio frequency transmission relies on signals broadcast over specific frequencies.

a) True

b) False

 

359) Radio frequency in not susceptible to interference and therefore would be a good medium for secure transmission.

a) True

b) False

 

360) Narrowband and spread spectrum are not suited for sensitive data transfer.

a) True

b) False

 

 

 

 

361) When security is an issue, Fiber-optic and direct infrared media are both a good choice for transmission media.

a) True

b) False

 

362) The analog and digital methods of transmitting information use voltage to generate their signals.

 

363) In binary numbers, eight bits together, form a byte.

 

364) To determine the frequency of a signal, count how many times the amplitude cycles between its peak lowest values over time.

 

365) The unwanted interference form other sources that affects analog signals profoundly is called noise.

 

366) The regeneration process is when digital signals are retransmitted in their original form without any noise.

 

367) A device that modulates a signal at transmission and then demodulates the signal at the receiving end, is called a modem.

 

368) The five characteristics of throughput and bandwidth, cost, size and scalability, connectors, and noise immunity must be considered when choosing a data transfer media.

 

369) Strictly speaking, bandwidth is a measure of the difference between the highest and lowest frequencies that a media can transmit.

 

370) The brief delay that takes place between the moment you press the key and the moment the server accepts the data is called latency.

 

371) The pieces of hardware that connect the wire to network devices are called connectors.

 

372) A form of transmission in which signals are modulated as radio frequency analog pulses is called broadband.

 

373) According to the IEEE 802.3 standard, Thicknet transmits data at a maximum rate of 10 Mbps.

 

374) Thicknet has a maximum segment length of 500 meters and can accommodate a maximum of 100 nodes per segment.

 

375) The maximum segment length of Thinnet or 10Base2 Ethernet is 200 meters.

 

376) Both Thicknet and Thinnet coaxial cable rely on the bus topology, require 50-ohm resistors for termination, and must be grounded at one end.

 

377) When signals from adjacent cables interfere with another cable’s transmission, another form of crosstalk called alien crosstalk occurs.

 

378) In twisted pair-cable, one wire in a pair carries signal information and the second wire in the pair is grounded and absorbs interference.

 

379) Specifications for twisted pair wiring is found in a standard called TIA/EIA 568.

 

380) Twisted pair cable is the most common form of cabling found on LAN’s today due to its being inexpensive, easy to install and flexible.

 

381) The shielding in shielded twisted-pair acts as an antenna, converting the noise into current.

 

382) The current generated by the shielding in a shielded twisted-pair cable, mirrors the noise on the cable and cancels the noise.

 

383) IEEE has designated UTP cabling as 10BaseT, with its minimum transmission rate of 10 Mbps.

 

384) Around the core of a Fiber optic cable is layer of glass called cladding.

 

385) One of Fiber optic’s drawbacks is its high cost and its one (single) direction transmission.

 

386) Two types of infrared transmission that networks use are direct and indirect.

 

387) Fiber optic cable provides the benefits of nearly unlimited throughput, very high resistance to noise, and excellent security.

 

388) A single-mode fiber transmits on a single light frequency, while a multimode fiber transmits several frequencies over a single or multiple fibers.

 

389) The TIA/EIA 568 Commercial Building Wiring Standard for uniform, enterprise-wide, multivendor cabling systems is also known as structured cabling.

 

390) A patch panel is a wall-mounted panel of data receptors into which cross-connects patch cables from the punch-down block are inserted.

 

391) A panel of data receptors into which horizontal cabling from workstations is inserted is called a punch-down block.

 

392) Telecommunications closets typically house hubs or switches, punch-down blocks, and patch panels.

 

393) A short twisted-pair cable with connectors at both ends used to connect network devices to data outlets, is called a patch cable.

 

394) In addition to infrared and RF transmission, microwave and satellite links can be used to transport data through the atmosphere.

 

395) Spread spectrum and narrowband are the two most common RF technologies in use today.

 

396) Thick Ethernet and fiber-optic cable are the most noise-resistant media currently available.

 

397) When the environment requires that the cable bend around tight corners or through small spaces, one should use a flexible cable such as twisted-pair cable.

 

398) What is latency and which networks are susceptible to it? Latency is a delay between the transmission of a signal and its receipt. Every network is susceptible to latency.

 

399) What two types of noise can affect a medium’s data transmission? The two types of noise that can affect data transmission are electromagnetic interference (EMI) and radio frequency interference (RFI).

 

400) What is cladding used for and what type of cable has it? Cladding is the glass shield around the fiber core of a fiber-optic cable. Cladding acts as mirror, reflecting light back to the core and allows fiber to bend around corners without losing the integrity of the light-based signal.

 

401) What is bend radius? Bend radius of the maximum arc into which you can loop a cable before you will impair data transmission.

 

402) What are three ways of transporting data through the atmosphere? Data can be transported through the atmosphere via: infrared transmission, radio frequency transmission and microwave and satellite links.

 

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403) Physical topologies are classified as being one of three fundamental geometric shapes: bus, ring and _____.

a)       daisy chain

b)       star

c)       repeater

d)       hybrid

 

404) As you add more nodes, the network’s performance _____.

a)       speeds up

b)       slows down

c)       degrades

d)       improves

 

405) Figure 5-3 shows an example of a _____ network.

a)       daisy-chain topology

b)       star-wired ring

c)       Star topology

d)       ring topology

 

 

 

 

406) Which of the following does not describe token passing?

a)       It is a 3-byte token

b)       It is from one node to another around the ring

c)       The token packet is transformed to a data frame

d)       Because of the transmission control, an acknowledgement is not needed

 

407) Which of the following does not describe a star topology?

a)       Every node on the network is connected through a central device

b)       A single physical wire on a star network connects only two devices

c)       A hub failure cannot disable a LAN segment

d)       A single malfunction cable cannot disable the network

 

408) A topology that uses the physical layout of a star in conjunction with the token-passing data transmission method is called a _____.

a)       daisy-chained bus

b)       star-wired ring

c)       star-wired bus

d)       daisy-chained ring

 

409) Figure 5-5 shows an image of a _____ topology.

a)       star-wired ring

b)       star

c)       token ring

d)       daisy-chained

 

410) Figure 5-7 shows an image of a _____ topology.

a)       star-wired bus

b)       star-wired ring

c)       daisy-chained bus

d)       daisy-chained star-wired bus

 

411) There are many reasons for separating devices in a hierarchy. Which of the following is not one?

a)       to separate hubs, switches, and routers for security reasons

b)       to insure that all nodes have the same priorities

c)       cost and scalability

d)       network addressing and bandwidth

 

412) Which of the following is not an advantage gained from arranging topologies in a hierarchy?

a)       the ability to segregate bandwidth among different groups

b)       ease of aiding or isolating different network groups

c)       the flexibility to interconnect different network types

d)       the use of a single protocol

 

413) Figure 5-9 shows an image of a _____ backbone network.

a)       distributed

b)       serial

c)       collapsed

d)       parallel

 

 

414) Figure 5-11 shows an image of a _____ backbone.

a)       serial

b)       collapsed

c)       parallel

d)       distributed

 

415) A _____ backbone is the most robust enterprise-wide topology.

a)       collapsed

b)       serial

c)       distributed

d)       parallel

 

416) Figure 5-13 shows an example of a _____ network.

a)       mesh

b)       wide area

c)       peer-to-peer

d)       ring

 

417) Figure 5-14 shows an example of a _____ topology.

a)       star

b)       mesh

c)       peer-to-peer

d)       ring

 

418) Figure 5-15 shows an example of a _____ topology.

a)       star

b)       mesh

c)       peer-to-peer

d)       ring

 

419) Which of the following is not true of a star WAN topology?

a)       Reliability increases with the number of potential routes data can follow

b)       When all of its dedicated circuits are functioning, there are shorter data paths between any two sites

c)       Extending a star is easy and costs less than extending a peer-to-peer or ring WAN

d)       Unlike a LAN, a WAN does not go down if the central connection point has a failure

 

420) In Figure 5-17, network A is a _____ WAN.

a)       full mesh

b)       star

c)       partial mesh

d)       ring

 

421) In Figure 5-17, network B is a _____ WAN.

a)       full mesh

b)       star

c)       partial mesh

d)       ring

 

422) Figure 5-17 shows images of _____ WANs.

a)       mesh

b)       star

c)       peer-to-peer

d)       ring

 

 

423) Which of the following is not a method of switching?

a)       datagram switching

b)       circuit switching

c)       message switching

d)       packet switching

 

424) Which of the following in not an example of a packet-switched network?

a)       Ethernet

b)       FDDI

c)       Frame Relay

d)       ATM

 

425) Message switching requires that each device in a data’s path has sufficient _____ and processing power.

a)       packets

b)       messages

c)       memory

d)       hard drives

 

426) Circuit switching is used by the following network technologies, except for _____.

a) Asynchronous Transfer Mode – ATM

b) Dial-up

c) ISDN

d) Frame Relay

 

427) Figure 5-19 shows the _____ process.

a) CSMA/CD

b) packet switching

c) circuit switching

d) message switching

 

428) Which of the following statements foes not pertain to a 10Base2 network?

a) the network is terminated with a 50-ohm resistor

b) the maximum length of a segment is 185 meters

c) the network uses BNC connectors

d) the network has the highest installation cost

 

429) Figure 5-21 shows an image of a _____ Ethernet network.

a) 10Base2

b) 10BaseT

c) 10Base5

d) 10Base4

 

430) In Figure 5-21, the maximum length of A is _____ meters.

a) 90

b) 85

c) 100

d) 10

 

431) In the Figure 5-21, the maximum length of B is _____ meters.

a) 90

b) 85

c) 100

d) 10

 

432) 100BaseTX sends the signal 10 times faster, condensing that time between digital pulses, and requires _____ twisted-pair.

a) Cat 4 – Category 4

b) Cat 3 – Category 3

c) Cat 6 – Category 6

d) Cat 5 – Category 5

 

433) 100BaseT4 uses _____ as an access method.

a) CSMA/CD

b) demand priority

c) CSMA/CA

d) tokens

 

434) Which of the following statements does not describe the functions of the active monitor?

a) maintains the timing for ring passing

b) monitors token and frame transmissions

c) detects lost tokens

d) logs errors that occur

 

435) The more nodes on a bus network, the slower the network will transmit and deliver data.

a) True

b) False

 

436) A disadvantage to bus networks is that they are not fault-tolerant because a break in the bus can effect the whole network.

a) True

b) False

 

437) The drawback of a simple ring topology is that a single malfunctioning workstation can disable the network.

a) True

b) False

 

438) An advantage of token ring is that the number of nodes does not effect the response time of the network.

a) True

b) False

 

439) In a stat-wired bus topology, groups of workstations are star-connected to hubs and then networked via a repeater.

a) True

b) False

 

440) Because the star-wired hybrids provide for modular additions, daisy chaining is a logical solution for growth.

a) True

b) False

 

441) Backbone are usually capable of the same throughput as the cabling that connects workstations to hubs.

a) True

b) False

 

442) A collapsed backbone topology offers substantial advantages such as allowing you to interconnect different types of subnetworks, and manage maintenance and troubleshooting chores.

a) True

b) False

 

443) A distributive backbone also provides network administrators with the ability to segregate workgroups and therefore, manage them more easily.

a) True

b) False

 

444) The most significant advantage of using a parallel backbone is that its redundant links assure network connectivity to any area of the enterprise.

a) True

b) False

 

445) A peer-to-peer topology is suitable for all WAN network implementations.

a) True

b) False

 

446) In a star WAN topology, a single site acts as the central connection point for several other points.

a) True

b) False

 

447) One drawback to a mesh WAN is the cost of leasing dedicated circuits.

a) True

b) False

 

448) In circuit switching, a connection is established between two network nodes before they begin transmitting data.

a) True

b) False

 

449) The destination node on a packet switched network reassembles the packets based on their arrival sequence.

a) True

b) False

 

450) Live audio and video transmissions are not suited to packet switching due to the delay in the reassemble of the packets into messages.

a) True

b) False

 

451) Shared Ethernet is a flexible technology that can run on a variety of network media.

a) True

b) False

 

452) Jamming CSMA/CD is the process of broadcasting to the network nodes that a collision has occurred.

a) True

b) False

 

453) When an Ethernet network grows to include a particularly large number of nodes, the performance will increase due to better organization.

a) True

b) False

 

454) 10Base5 is rarely used today because of its thick, inflexible cable and short segment limits.

a) True

b) False

 

455) In demand priority, each device on a star or hierarchical network sends a request to the central router.

a) True

b) False

 

456) 100BaseT4 achieves its speed by breaking the 100 Mbps data stream into three streams of 33 Mbps and then sending the streams over three pairs of twisted-pair.

a) True

b) False

 

457) A switch is a device than can separate a network segment into smaller segments.

a) True

b) False

 

458) The default frame type for versions 4.x and higher of the Novell Netware network is Ethernet 802.3

a) True

b) False

 

459) The Ethernet II frame is similar to the Ethernet 802.3 frame, in that it has the LLC information.

a) True

b) False

 

460) The frame check sequence field ensures that the data are received just as they were sent.

a) True

b) False

 

461) The Ethernet 802.3 frame type is the original NetWare frams and the default for Netware versions 3.12 and lower.

a) True

b) False

 

462) The Ethernet SNAP frame contains the Organization ID, a method of identifying the type of network on which the frame is running.

a) True

b) False

 

463) Ethernet networks can support a maximum of only 2024 addressable nodes on a logical network.

a) True

b) False

 

464) Token Ring networks use one of two frames: the IEEE 802.5 or the IBM Token Ring frame.

a) True

b) False

 

465) A bus topology consists of a single cable connecting all nodes on a network without interventing connectivity devices.

 

466) At the ends of each bus network are 50-ohm resistors known as terminators.

 

467) A phenomenon known as signal bounce occurs when signals on a bus network travel endlessly between the two ends of the network.

 

468) Since each workstation participates in sending the token around the ring, this architecture is known as an active topology.

 

469) The star-wired bus topology commonly forms the basis for Fast Ethernet and Ethernet networks.

 

470) Hubs that service star-wired bus or ring topologies can be daisy-chained to form a more complex hybrid topology.

 

471) A hierarchical hybrid topology uses layers to separate devices based on their priority or function.

 

472) In networking, the term enterprise refers to an organization, including its local and remote offices, a mixture of computer systems, and a number of departments.

 

473) The backbone is the most significant building block of an enterprise.

 

474) A serial backbone is the simplest kind of backbone, which consists of two or more hubs connected by a single cable.

 

475) A distributed backbone consists of a number of hubs connected to a series of central hubs or routers in  hierarchy.

 

476) The collapsed backbone topology uses a router or switch as the single central connection point for multiple subnetworks.

 

477) The router or switch that makes up the collapsed backbone must contain multiprocessors to handle the heavy traffic going through it.

 

478) In a mesh network, routers are interconnected with other routers with at least two pathways connecting each router.

 

479) The WAN topology you choose will depend on the number of sites you must connect, the distance between the sites, and any existing infrastructure.

 

480) A wide area network connecting geographically distinct locations.

481) In a ring WAN topology, each site is connected to two other sites.

 

482) A WAN with a single interconnection points for each location is arranged in a peer-to-peer topology.

 

483) A continuous physical or logical connection between two access points that are leased from a communication provider, is called a dedicated circuit.

 

484) The most fault-tolerant WAN configuration that provides multiple routes for data to follow between any two points is the mesh – mesh WAN topology.

 

485) In a tiered WAN topology, sites connected in star or ring formation are interconnected at different levels, with the interconnection points being organized into layers.

 

486) Because of the enormous flexibility of tiered WANs, their creation requires careful consideration of geography, usage patterns, and growth potential.

 

487) The two most popular network transport systems are Token Ring and Ethernet.

 

488) The component of a network’s logical topology that determines how connections are created between nodes is called the switching component.

 

489) A network transport system describes the network’s logical interconnection between nodes.

 

490) In circuit switching, bandwidth is dedicated to a connection and remains available until the users terminate communication.

 

491) In message switching, after a connection is established between two nodes and data is transferred, the connection is terminated.

 

492) In packet switching, the data is broken down into packets before they are transported.

 

493) The greatest advantage to packet switching lies in the fact that it does not waste bandwidth by holding a connection open.

 

494) The Internet is an example of a packet-switched WAN.

 

495) The VG in 100BaseVG stands for voice grade.

 

496) 100BaseT4 cannot support full duplexing because it uses the fourth wire pair in the cable for collision detection.

 

497) A newer Ethernet model that enables multiple nodes to simultaneously transmit and receive data is switched Ethernet.

 

498) A feature called autosense allows NIC, through device drivers, to automatically sense what type of frames are running on a network.

499) All Token Ring connections rely on an NIC that taps into the network through a Multistation Access Unit (MAU).

 

500) What are the drawbacks to simple or pure ring topologies? Simple or pure ring topologies are not very flexible or scalable. A single malfunctioning workstation can disable the network, and the more workstations that must participate in token passing, the slower the response time.

 

501) What is the most popular fundamental architecture used in contemporary LANs and why?  The most popular architecture used in LANs today is the star topology. Because of their centralized connection point, star topologies can be easily moved, isolated, or interconnected with other networks.

 

502) What kind of backbone is the most robust enterprise technology and why? A parallel backbone is the most robust enterprise technology because its redundant links assure network connectivity to any area of the enterprise.

 

503) What are the advantages of switches on an Ethernet network? The use of a switched Ethernet increases the effective bandwidth of a network segment because fewer workstations vie for the same time in the wire. They can increase the effective data transmission rate, balance traffic loads and reduce congestion.

 

504) What is the purpose of an active monitor on a Token Ring network? The Active Monitor acts as the controller for token passing. It maintains the timing for ring passing, monitors token and frame transmission, detects lost tokens, and corrects errors when a timing error or other disruption occurs.

 

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505) The network adapters belong to the _____ layer of the OSI Model because they transmit data signals but do not analyze the data from higher layers.

a) Physical

b) Network

c) Data Link

d) Sessions

 

506) Network cards come with different types of connectors, such as RJ-45 and _____.

a) RJ-11

b) BNC

c) BCN

d) Vampire Tap

 

507) Which of the following in not a PC bus type?

a) Industry Standard Architecture (ISA)

b) Peripheral Component Interconnect (PCI)

c) Extended Industry Standard Architecture (EISA)

d) MicroChannel Industry Standard (MCS)

 

508) In Figure 6-1, the letter “A” identifies which type of PC bus type adapter card?

a) Industry Standard Architecture (ISA)

b) Peripheral Component Interconnect (PCI)

c) Extended Industry Standard Architecture (EISA)

d) MicroChannel Industry Architecture (MCA)

 

509) In Figure 6-1, letter “D” identifies which type of PC bus type adapter card?

a) Industry Standard Architecture (ISA)

b) Peripheral Component Interconnect (PCI)

c) Extended Industry Standard Architecture (EISA)

d) MicroChannel Industry Architecture (MCA)

 

510) In Figure 6-1, letter “B” identifies which type of PC bus type adapter card?

a) Industry Standard Architecture (ISA)

b) Peripheral Component Interconnect (PCI)

c) Extended Industry Standard Architecture (EISA)

d) MicroChannel Industry Architecture (MCA)

 

511) In Figure 6-1, letter “C” identifies which type of PC bus type adapter card?

a) Industry Standard Architecture (ISA)

b) Peripheral Component Interconnect (PCI)

c) Extended Industry Standard Architecture (EISA)

d) MicroChannel Industry Architecture (MCA)

 

512) Which of the following is not information found on a NIC’s firmware?

a) transmission speed capabilities

b) preferred Interrupt Request Line

c) input/output port address

d) preferred protocol

 

513) Which of the following in not a step used to view the interrupt setting of a computer running Windows 95?

a) Right-click the My Computer icon

b) Click Properties

c) Select IRQ’s

d) click the Device Manager tab

 

514) Which of the following should not be a consideration for selecting a NIC?

a) the type of bus your system requires

b) NIC matches the Network media

c) NIC matches the media connectors

d) distance from wall jack

 

515) Figure 6-14 shows the image of a _____.

a) repeater

b) router

c) switch

d) hub

 

516) In addition to connecting Macintosh and PC workstations, hubs can connect _____.

a) print servers

b) switches

c) file servers

d) all of the above are correct

517) Figure 6-15 is an image of a _____.

a) hub

b) switch

c) repeater

d) router

 

518) A hub that repeats signals in known as a _____ hub.

a) standalone

b) intelligent

c) passive

d) stackable

 

519) A hub that serves a workgroup of computers that are isolated from the rest of the network, is called a _____ hub.

a) Passive

b) intelligent

c) standalone

d) stackable

 

520) Hubs that are physically designed to be linked with other hubs in a single telecommunication closet are called _____ hubs.

a) passive

b) intelligent

c) standalone

d) stackable

 

521) A _____ hub contains a system board and slots into which you can insert different adapters.

a) passive

b) intelligent

c) stackable

d) modular

 

522) When choosing a hub, performance, cost, size and growth need to be considered as well as _____.

a) security

b) management benefits

c) reliability

d) all of the above answers are correct

 

523) A bridge that connects a Token Ring network and a Ethernet network is called _____ bridging.

a) source route

b) translational

c) destination

d) transparent

 

524) A bridge on a Ethernet network will use the _____ method to forward or filter packets.

a) source route

b) translational

c) destination

d) transparent

 

 

 

 

 

 

525) A bridge on a Token Ring network will use the _____ method to forward or filter packets.

a) source route

b) translational

c) destination

d) transparent

 

526) _____ are packet fragments found on the network.

a) frames

b) datagrams

c) runts

d) switches

 

527) The most significant advantage of the cut-through mode is its _____.

a) size

b) packet handling

c) collision detection

d) speed

 

528) Store and forward switches can also transfer data between segments running different _____.

a) protocols

b) speeds

c) layers

d) channels

 

529) To create a VLAN, you must configure the switch properly by _____.

a) identifying all the ports

b) specifying security parameters

c) filtering instructions

d) all of the above answers are correct

 

530) Which of the following is not a typical router feature?

a) has an internal processor

b) has its own memory

c) has input and output jacks

d) has its own hard drive

 

531) A router is a very flexible device and can _____.

a) connect dissimilar networks

b) interpret layer 3 information

c) determine the best path for data to follow from point A to point B

d) All of the above answers are correct

 

532) The best path will depend on the number of hops between nodes, the current network activity, the available links, the network transmission speed, and the _____.

a) protocol

b) topology

c) packet sizes

d) frame size

 

 

 

 

 

533) Gateway communicate with an application, establish and manage sessions, translate encoded data, and interpret _____ data.

a) addressing

b) protocol

c) topology

d) routing

 

534) A data path on a bus equals the number of data bits that can transmit in parallel at any given time.

a) True

b) False

 

535) Figure 6-3 is an example of a typical PCMCIA NIC.

a) True

b) False

 

536) Firmware is a combination of software and hardware with the hardware being the ROM chip.

a) True

b) False

 

537) A properly installed NIC should have some side to side movement.

a) True

b) False

 

538) The trick to using multiple NICs on servers lies in correctly configuring the firmware on the server.

a) True

b) False

 

539) During the installation of the NIC Drivers, to ensure that you install the correct drivers, it’s best to choose Have Disk and insert the disk that came with the NIC into the floppy drive.

a) True

b) False

 

540) If IRQ conflicts occur, you must manually set a device’s IRQ rather than accepting the default suggested by the manual.

a) True

b) False

 

541) A loopback plug is a connector that plugs into a port, such as a serial or parallel port, and crosses over the transmit line to the receive line.

a) True

b) False

 

542) A repeater is a multiport network device that contains one port that connects to a network’s backbone.

a) True

b) False

 

543) A hub is a multiport repeater that contains one port that connects to a network’s backbone.

a) True

b) False

 

544) In Figure 6-15, the uplink port connects one hub to another hub in a daisy-chain or hierarchical fashion.

a) True

b) False

 

545) After a hub finishes conducting a self-test, a green steady light appears. The next step is to connect patch cables from the patch panel.

a) True

b) False

 

546) A bridge establishes a filtering database of known IP addresses and their locations on the network.

a) True

b) False

 

547) After a hub is installed, the bridge will poll the network to discover where the destination address for each hub on the network is.

a) hub

b) False

 

548) To determine the best path, routers communicate with each other through routing topologies.

a) True

b) False

 

549) OSPF uses a more complex algorithm for determining best paths, than does RIP.

a) True

b) False

 

550) RIP is the oldest routing protocol which only considers the hops between routers when determining the path from one point to another.

a) True

b) False

 

551) Bandwidth overhead is the number of transmissions a router can handle.

a) True

b) False

 

552) A routing protocol can be characterized according to its convergence time.

a) True

b) False

 

553) The time that it takes a router to recognize the best path in the event of a change or outage, is called convergence time.

a) True

b) False

 

554) The networking industry has adopted the term “bridge router” to describe a router that takes on some of the characteristics of bridges, such as forwarding nonroutable protocols.

a) True

b) False

 

555) Gateways may connect two systems that use different formatting, communications protocols, or architecture.

a) True

b) False

 

556) The capacity of a bus is defined principally by the width of its data path and its speed.

 

557) In Figure 6-2, an 8-bit ISA bus is labeled with the letter Q.

 

558) The PCMCIA slot, which may be used to connect NICs, is available for laptops.

 

559) In Figure 6-2, a 16-bit ISA bus is labeled with the letter S.

 

560) Printer NICs often provide processing and support for seven OSI Model layers.

 

561) Installing a NIC requires three steps: installing the hardware, configuring the software, and configuring the firmware.

 

562) The ROM in firmware that can be changed is called erasable programmable read-only memory (EPROM).

 

563) When the plug and play technology detects the NIC, it will prompt you to choose the appropriate drivers.

 

564) An IRQ is the means by which a device can request attention from the CPU.

 

565) Performance problems result when two devices choose the same IRQ.

 

566) The failure of the computer to connect to the network may indicate an interrupt conflict.

 

567) Depending on the system boards manufacturer, you may need to press Del, shift+F1, F10, or Ctrl+shift+enter to invoke the CMOS setup program.

 

568) The memory range indicates the area the NIC and CPU will use for exchanging or buffering data.

 

569) The base I/O port setting specifies, in hexadecimal notation, which area of memory will act as a channel for moving data between the NIC and the CPU.

 

570) A repeater in the connectivity device that performs the regeneration and amplification of analog and digital signals.

 

571) Repeaters belong in the Physical layer of the OSI Model and therefore, have no means to interpret the data they retransmit.

 

572) Hubs typically support a star or hybrid topology on an Ethernet network.

 

573) Intelligent hubs can be managed from anywhere on the network and are also referred to as managed hubs.

 

574) After connecting the hub, the firmware needs to be configured and in the case of an intelligent hub, the software needs to be configured as well.

 

575) A device that looks like a repeater in that it has a single input port and a single output port is called a bridge.

 

576) A bridge operates at the data link layer of the OSI Model.

 

577) Because bridges cannot distinguish between protocols, bridges can move data more rapidly than traditional routers.

 

578) Switches operate on the Data Link Layer of the OSI Model and can interpret MAC address information.

 

579) Switches can make better use of limited bandwidth and prove more cost-efficient than bridges because they have multiple ports.

 

580) Switches have historically been used to replace hubs and ease traffic congestion in LAN workgroups.

 

581) A switch running in cut-through mode will read a frame’s header and decide where to forward the data before it receives the entire packet.

 

582) Cut-through switches cannot detect corrupt packets, however they can detect runts (packet fragments).

 

583) A broadcast domain is a combination of ports that make up a layer 2 segment and must be connected by a layer 3 device.

 

584) In store and forward mode, a switch reads the entire data frame into its memory and checks for accuracy before transmitting the information.

 

585) Switches can create virtual local area networks by logically grouping a number of ports into a broadcast domain.

 

586) A multiple device that can connect dissimilar LANs and WANs running at different transmission speeds and using a variety of protocols is called a router.

 

587) A switch capable of interpreting layer 3 data is called a layer 3 switch.

 

588) Traditional standalone LAN routers are slowly being replaced by layer 3 switches.

 

589) A router with multiple slots than can hold different interface cards or other devices is called a modular router.

 

 

 

 

590) What are the 3 steps for installing a NIC?

The 3 steps for installing a NIC are installing the hardware, configuring the software, and configuring the firmware.

 

591) List at least four indications that two devices are using the same IRQ. The indications that two devices are using the same IRQ are:

1-The computer may lock up upon starting or when the operating system is loading.

2-The computer may run more slowly than usual.

3- Devices, such as serial or parallel ports, may stop working.

4- Video or sound card problems may occur.

5- The computer may fail to connect to the server.

6- The computer may experience intermittent data errors during transmission.

7- In Windows NT, a blue screen full of error messages may appear and prevent the operating system from loading.

 

592) What are the disadvantages of a repeater? The disadvantages of a repeater are that they are limited in function and in scope. They have no means to interpret the data they retransmit and therefore cannot improve or correct a bad or erroneous signal – they only repeat it. They repeat noise along with the signal. Repeaters only have one input and output port, so they are capable of receiving and repeating only the data stream. Lastly, repeaters are only suited to bus topology.

 

593) Why are intelligent hubs also called managed hubs?

They are called managed hubs because they can be managed from anywhere on the network.

 

594) What is one reason that routers are powerful, indispensable devices on large LANs and WANs? A router’s strength lies in its intelligence. Routers not only keep track of the locations of certain nodes on the network, but also determine the shortest and fastest path between two nodes. Also, routers can connect dissimilar network types.

 

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595) A WAN link is typically described as:

a) hub-to-hub

b) switch-to-switch

c) point-to-point

d) site-to-site

 

596) Which is a way that LANs and WANs are similar?

a) They use the same transmission systems.

b) They primarily carry digital data

c) They typically use coaxial or twisted-pair cabling

d) They usually have the same topologies.

 

 

 

 

 

597) Which WAN transmission method refers to the network of typical telephone lines that service most homes and currently uses digital transmissions over fiber-optic and copper twisted-pair cable, microwave, and satellite connections?

a) ISDN

b) PSTN

c) BRI

d) DSL

 

598) Which WAN transmission method is an international standard established for transmitting data over digital lines and uses the telephone carrier’s lines and dial-up connections.

a) ISDN

b) PSTN

c) BRI

d) DSL

 

599) In an ISDN connection, the “B” channel refers to:

a) bearer channel

b) basic channel

c) bonding channel

d) broadband channel

 

600) Which WAN transmission method is depicted in the figure?

a) ISDN

b) PSTN

c) BRI

d) DSL

 

601) The figure below represents differences in:

a) phase

b) frequency

c) amplitude

d) all of the above

 

602) A relatively new transmission technology that competes directly with ISDN and creates a dedicated circuit by using modems at each end of the connection is called:

a) CSU

b) DSL

c) Cable

d) Leased lines

 

603) There are currently how many varieties of DSL?

a) 3

b) 5

c) 7

d) 10

 

604) The most popular form of DSL is:

a) ADSL

b) HDSL

c) SDSL

d) VDSL

 

 

 

605) Which is not true about cable?

a) It provides a dedicated, or continuous, connection that does not require dialing up a service provider.

b) Each customer has his own line to the cable company head-end; access does not have to be shared.

c) The throughput of a cable line is fixed.

d) Customers must purchase a special cable modem to transmit and receive signals over cable wiring.

 

606) A T1 circuit can give a maximum data throughput of:

a) .064 Mbps

b) 1.544 Mbps

c) 3.152 Mbps

d) 6.312 Mbps

 

607) Only the most data-intensive businesses, such as a computer consulting firm that provides online data backups and warehousing to a number of businesses or long-distance carriers, should use:

a) T1s

b) T1Cs

c) T2s

d) T3s

 

608) If a T3 is installed, which must be used?

a) microwave or fiber-optic cabling

b) shielded twisted-pair copper wiring

c) unshielded twisted-pair copper wiring

d) coaxial cabling

 

609) On a typical T1-connected data network what would be used to integrate the incoming T1 (Internet) to an Ethernet or Token Ring LAN at the customer’s site?

a) Multiplexer

b) Router

c) X.25

d) SONET

 

610) Which is not true about FDDI?

a) It is a networking standard originally specified by ANSI in the mid-1980s

b) It transmits data at speeds of 100 Mbps

c) WANs typically use this technology

d) It uses shielded twisted-pair copper wire

 

611) The best choice for linking WANs between North America, Europe, and Asia is:

a) ATM

b) SONET

c) X.25

d) Frame Relay

 

612) Which is true about SONET technology?

a) SONET provides data transfer at the same rates as X.25

b) SONET depends on microwave transmission media

c) SONET technology is typically used by small or medium-sized businesses

d) SONET is very reliable because of its self-healing characteristic

 

613) When implementing a new WAN installation or upgrade, you should consider which of the following?

a) The kind of transmission speed required by your users and applications

b) The kind of security needed

c) The distance the WAN must span

d) All of the above

 

614) Which type of WAN technology has the fastest transmission speed?

a) SONET

b) BRI

c) Dial-up over PSTN

d) T3

 

615) LANs and WANs are basically the same, except a WAN is bigger.

a) True

b) False

 

616) ISDN is distinguished from PSTN because it relies exclusively on digital connections and can carry data and voice simultaneously.

a) True

b) False

 

617) The ISDN terminal equipment is used to convert digital signals into analog signals for use with ISDN phones and other analog devices.

a) True

b) False

 

618) Each ISDN connection uses only one B channel.

a) True

b) False

 

619) The primary users of PRI are individual subscribers.

a) True

b) False

 

620) Unlike ISDN, DSL uses a dedicated service, which means that the user does not have to dial up an ISP; the connection is always available.

a) True

b) False

 

621) T1 technology typically provides faster throughput than xDSL technology.

a) True

b) False

 

622) Cable is considered a symmetrical technology.

a) True

b) False

 

623) Leased lines are permanent dedicated connections established through a public telecommunications carrier and billed to customers on a monthly basis.

a) True

b) False

624) The signal level of a T-carrier refers to its Physical layer electrical signaling characteristics, as defined by ANSI standards in the early 1980s.

a) True

b) False

 

625) An advantage of a fractional T1 lease is that organizations may use only some of the channels on a T1 line and be charged according to the number of channels they use.

a) True

b) False

 

626) A DSU provides termination for the digital signal and ensures connection integrity through error correction and line monitoring.

a) True

b) False

 

627) Every T-carrier line requires connectivity hardware at both the customer site and the local carrier’s POP.

a) True

b) False

 

628) A router provides the means of combining multiple voice and/or data channels on one line.

a) True

b) False

 

629) Because FDDI is relatively inexpensive, it is generally preferred over Fast Ethernet.

a) True

b) False

 

630) Both X.25 and frame relay are configured as SVCs.

a) True

b) False

 

631) ATM uses either PVCs or SVCs.

a) True

b) False

 

632) A typical SONET network takes the form of a ring topology, similar to FDDI. One ring acts as the primary route for data and other acts as a backup.

a) True

b) False

 

633) A WAN’s reliability depends partly on the transmission medium it uses.

a) True

b) False

 

634) Because it is easier to configure and supports more than one type of Network Layer protocol, SLIP is preferred over PPP.

a) True

b) False

 

635) A network that connects two or more geographically distinct LANs is a WAN.

636) To achieve better throughput with a WAN, an organization might lease a continuously available link through another carrier. This kind of connection is a dedicated line.

 

637) All ISDN connections are based on two types of channels: B channels and D (data) channels.

 

638) The process which combines two 64 Kbps B channels to achieve an effective throughput of 128 Kbps is called bonding.

 

639) PRI differs from BRI in that it requires the services of an extra network termination device to handle the multiple ISDN lines.

 

640) In data modulation, one signal alters the frequency, phase or amplitude of another signal.

 

641) The term downstream refers to data traveling from the carrier’s POP to the customer.

 

642) Symmetrical technology provides equal capacity for data traveling from a customer to a carrier’s POP and for data traveling from a carrier’s POP to a customer.

 

643) According to the figure, which two xDSL types are asymmetrical? ADSL – VDSL

 

644) Fiber-optic or coaxial cable that connects a neighborhood cable node to a customer’s house is called a cable drop.

 

645) T-carrier transmission uses a technology called multiplexing to divide a single channel into many channels for carrying voice, data, video, or other signals.

 

646) An updated, digital version of X.25, that also relies on packet switching but supports higher bandwidth is frame relay.

 

647) When leasing PVCs, the service provider guarantees a minimum amount of bandwidth. This is called the committed information rate (CIR).

 

648) The fixed packet in ATM, that consists of 48 bytes of data plus a 5-byte header is a cell.

 

649) The “S” in SLIP refers to serial.

 

650) What is ATM and what applications benefit from ATM technology? ATM, Asynchronous Transfer Mode, is a WAN transmission method that relies on a fixed packet size to achieve data transfer rates from 25 to 622 Mbps. Applications that benefits from ATM technology include those involving time-sensitive data, such as video, audio, imaging, and other extremely large file transfers.

 

 

 

 

651) What are VPNs and why are they used? VPNs, virtual private networks, are long distance networks logically defined over public transmission systems that serve all of an organization’s users, but isolate that organization’s traffic form other users of the same public lines. They provide a way of constructing a WAN from existing public transmission systems.

 

652) Who typically uses PSTN, and what are its disadvantages? PSTN, Public Switched Telephone Network, is typically adequate for at-home LAN or Internet users. The disadvantages of PSTN are its inability to ensure the quality or throughput (capacity) required by many WAN applications.

 

653) What are the three ways to connect as a remote user to a LAN? The three ways to remotely connect to a LAN are: dial directly to the LAN, dial directly to a workstation, or use an Internet connection with a Web interface.

 

654) What is the difference between asynchronous transmission methods? Asynchronous refers to a communication method in which data being transmitted and received by nodes do not have to conform to any timing scheme. A node can transmit at any time and the destination node must accept the transmission as it comes. Synchronous is a communication method in which data being transmitted and received by nodes must conform to a timing scheme.

 

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655) Which is not one of the three most common network operating systems used today?

a) Banyan VINES

b) Windows NT server

c) NetWare

d) UNIX

 

656) Which is not a disadvantage of Windows NT server?

a) The administrator must be physically present at the server console to manage most of its functions.

b) Any change to the system’s configuration requires restarting the server.

c) The installation process requires the administrator to know a great deal about the network before copying files.

d) It doesn’t support 32-bit programs.

 

657) Which is not true about Windows NT server?

a) Technical support is readily available

b) It is fully scalable

c) Its graphical interface makes it a simple operating system to administer.

d) It provides excellent security.

 

 

 

 

 

 

658) What list does Microsoft produce to assist customers in determining what kind of Windows NT hardware to purchase?

a) Product List

b) Hardware Compatibility List

c) Resource List

d) Requirement List

 

659) Which type of file system is read-only and used to access resources on a CD-ROM disk?

a) HPFS

b) CDFS

c) HPRS
d) CDRS

 

660) Which file systems do you need to be least concerned with when installing a Windows NT server?

a) HPFS

b) FAT

c) NTFS

d) CDFS

 

661) Which file system organizes data in contiguous blocks, allows data to wait in memory if the processor is too busy to accept it, and assign information about other data on the disk to each block of data.

a) HPSS

b) HPFS

c) NTFS

d) NTS

 

662) Which file system was developed expressly for Windows NT Workstation and Windows NT Server and integrates reliability, compression, the ability to handle massive files, and fast access?

a) MSFS

b) FAT

c) HPFS

d) NTFS

 

663) The figure illustrates what kind of relationship?

a) One-way domain

b) Single-point domain

c) PDC/BDC domain

d) all of the above

 

664) The figure illustrates what kind of domain model?

a) Slave domain model

b) Master domain model

c) Master-resource model

d) Full domain model

 

665) The figure illustrates what kind of domain model?

a) No master domain model

b) Master domain model

c) Multiple domain model

d) Complete trust domain model

 

 

 

 

666) Which browser keeps the browse list?

a) Backup browser

b) Domain master browser

c) Master browser

d) Both B and C

 

667) By default, the PDC is also which browser for its domain?

a) Backup browser

b) Domain master browser

c) Master browser

d) Both B and C

 

668) Which is true about a server’s domain name?

a) The name should describe the logical group of servers and the users they support

b) The maximum number of alphanumeric characters that can be used is 16

c) Chicago:Dallas is an acceptable name

d) All of the above

 

669) When installing a new server to exclusively serve processing-intensive applications to users, it should be installed as a:

a) Member server

b) PDC

c) BDC

d) Domain controller

 

670) If your Windows NT server must communicate with a NetWare server, you should also install:

a) NetBEUI

b) NWLink IPX/SPX Compatible Protocol

c) Gateway Services for NetWare

d) Both B and C

 

671) Which is not an option used in controlling the management of a user’s password?

a) User Decides When Password Changes

b) User Must Change Password at Next Logon

c) User Cannot Change Password

d) Account Disabled

 

672) Which type of group can contain users and resources from multiple domains?

a) Local group

b) Everyone group

c) Administrator group

d) Global group

 

673) To allow a Windows NT server to access files and other shared resources on any NetWare server on the network, install:

a) NWConv

b) GSNW

c) NetWare Share

d) NWLink

 

 

 

 

674) Which migration utility allows the conversion of existing NetWare servers to Windows NT servers?

a) GSNW

b) NWLink

c) NWConv

d) NTNW

 

675) The OSI Model usefully describes all aspects of network operating systems.

a) True

b) False

 

676) One of the most important questions to ask when purchasing a network operating system is what kinds of applications will run on the server.

a) True

b) False

 

677) In general, symmetric processing completes operations more quickly because the processing load is more evenly distributed.

a) True

b) False

 

678) To run a Windows NT 4.0 server, the hard drive should be supported by Windows NT and have a minimum of 110 MB free.

a) True

b) False

 

679) Windows NT Server 4.0 supports 64-bit addressing.

a) True

b) False

 

680) Physical memory requires no user or administrator intervention and is accessed without the client’s knowledge.

a) True

b) False

 

681) FAT32 improves upon the original file system and is optimal for Windows NT servers.

a) True

b) False

 

682) HPFS is required for Macintosh connectivity.

a) True

b) False

 

683) A slave server is a server that takes no responsibility for managing accounts or security.

a) True

b) False

 

684) Each domain can only have one PDC.

a) True

b) False

 

 

 

 

685) Before trust relationships are removed, the administrator should make sure that no users depend on those relationships.

a) True

b) False

 

686) As long as trust relationships exist between domains, the administrator does not need to worry about assigning permissions on trusted servers.

a) True

b) False

 

687) Full synchronization means that all modifications to user account information are transmitted to the other domain controllers in a domain.

a) True

b) False

 

688) When determining what kind of disk controllers a server has, you may either let Windows NT autodetect your hardware or you may make specific choices from a list of hardware to identify your controllers.

a) True

b) False

 

689) When installing Windows NT Server use the express setup option if you want to quickly select which services and programs are installed to meet your specific requirements.

a) True

b) False

 

690) The per client licensing mode requires a license for every client capable of connecting to the Windows NT server.

a) True

b) False

 

691) Even when installing Windows NT from a CD-ROM drive, you will still need the 3 setup floppy disks.

a) True

b) False

 

692) To enhance security, the administrator should create a new user ID with administrative privileges to perform network administration and disable the Administrator user ID.

a) True

b) False

 

693) Groups form the basis for resource and account management for every type of network operating systems, not just Windows NT server.

a) True

b) False

 

694) Windows NT Server can communicate with almost any kind of client and any kind of network operating system.

a) True

b) False

695) Multiprocessing is a technique which splits tasks among more than one processor to expedite the completion of any single instruction.

 

696) A pictorial representation of computer functions that, in the case of network operating systems, enables administrators to more easily manage files, users, groups, and so on is called a GUI –graphical user interface.

 

697) The minimum amount of memory required for a Windows NT 4.0 server is 16 MB RAM.

 

698) Memory that is logically carved out of space on the hard disk is called virtual memory.

 

699) The hidden file positioned at the beginning of a partition that keeps track of used and unused allocation units on that partition is called a fat allocation table (FAT).

 

700) NTFS stores file size information in 64-bit fields.

 

701) A group of users, servers, and other resources that share account and security information is called a domain.

 

702) The “B” in BDC stands for backup.

 

703) The Microsoft term that means to grant a higher authority to a server is promote.

 

704) The relationship between domains that makes it possible for users in one domain to access resources in another domain is a trust relationship.

 

705) A network computer that tracks the location, availability, and identity of shared devices is a browser.

 

706) A vote between computers to determine which one will take responsibility for maintaining the master browse list is a browser election.

 

707) An emergency repair disk is used to restore a Windows NT server to its previous, working hardware configuration if its configuration becomes irreparably botched.

 

708) In Microsoft terminology, a wizard is a simple graphical program that assists you in performing complex tasks.

 

709) To be fully compatible, operating systems must also run compatible client redirectors, which are the services required for a client to access a server over a network.

 

710) What are 4 questions that should be asked when deciding to invest in a network operating system?

Questions that should be asked are: Is it compatible with my existing infrastructure? Will it provide the security required by my resources? Can my technical staff manage it effectively? Will my applications run smoothly on it? Will it accommodate future growth? Does it support the additional services my users require? How much does it cost? What kind of support does the vendor offer?

 

711) What are the differences between Windows NT Server and Windows NT Workstation? Windows NT Workstation can act as a central repository for shared resources, but it is not designed to act as a network operating system. Windows NT Workstation can accept only 10 simultaneous connections and support only two processors; it does not support redundant hard disks. Its print sharing, Web services, and remote access capabilities are less sophisticated than those of Windows NT Server. In addition, the workstation product doesn’t provide interfaces for other operating platforms such as Netware.

 

712) When would a two-way domain trust relationship be used? A two-way domain trust relationship is used in WAN situations when two or more locations manage their own domains but need to share information.

 

713) What is a multiple master domain model and when would it be used? A multiple master domain model uses two or more master domains that are joined in two-way trusts to manage many resource domains. Users can log on to a single master domain and use resources from several resource domains. This model provides the option of centrally managing all user IDs, groups and account information but also decentralized administration. In addition, this model allows users to log in from anywhere on the network, whether on the LAN or on a WAN mode.

 

714) What is synchronization? Synchronization is the process undertaken by a PDC and its BDCs to keep identical user account information in both of their user databases.

 

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715) The NetWare operating system is developed by:

a) Microsoft

b) NetWare

c) SUN

d) Novell

 

716) The first version of NetWare to support intranet services such as Web server software, IP address management, and FTP hosting is:

a) NetWare 3.1

b) NetWare 3.2

c) NetWare 4.0

d) NetWare 4.11

 

717) Which was the first version of NetWare to provide a network operating system wholly based on the IP protocol, which is the de facto protocol of the Internet.

a) NetWare 3.2

b) NetWare 4.11

c) NetWare 5.0

d) NetWare 6.0

718) Which versions of NetWare replaced the DOS commands with a graphical user interface in an attempt to make the software more user-friendly?

a) NetWare 2.x

b) NetWare 3.x

c) NetWare 4.x

d) NetWare 5.x

 

719) Which versions of NetWare can handle Ethernet or Token Ring networks?

a) NetWare 4.x and NetWare 5.0

b) All versions

c) NetWare 4.1 and NetWare 4.11

d) NetWare 4.2 and NetWare 4.11

 

720) Which is not true?

a) NetWare does not require you to restart the server whenever you change its configuration.

b) All versions of NetWare can run multiple services simultaneously and allow the network administrator to isolate some processes from others or change the priority of critical applications.

c) NetWare provides encryption and applications-level security measures to prevent intruders from hacking into the server or its resources.

d) All versions of NetWare support virtual memory.

 

721) What amount of memory is recommended for better performance in a NetWare 5.0 server?

a) 20 MB

b) 64 MB
c) 100 MB

d) 128 MB

 

722) The “L” in NLM refers to:

a) Loadable

b) Linear

c) Logical

d) List

 

723) Which is true?

a) NetWare 4.x uses only text-based server menus at the console.

b) The network administrator’s primary interface to a NetWare server is the server console.

c) NetWare 5.0 uses text-based and graphical menus at the console.

d) All of the above

 

724) Where would this figure be displayed?

a) Administrator terminal screen

b) Workstation screen

c) Server console screen

d) All of the above

 

725) Which volume is automatically created during the installation of NetWare?

a) DATA

b) APPS

c) SYS1

d) SYS

726) Which versions of NetWare support file compression?

a) All versions

b) NetWare 4.x and NetWare 5.0

c) NetWare 5.0 only

d) No versions

 

727) In the NDS logical representation, which objects act as the branches and hold the other objects that belong together?

a) Branch objects

b) Container objects

c) Leaf objects

d) Logical objects

 

728) In the NDS logical representation, which object does not contain other objects?

a) End object

b) Container object

c) Leaf object

d) Organizational unit

 

729) A print queue is an example of what kind of NDS object?

a) Tree object

b) Organizational unit object

c) Leaf object

d) Branch object

 

 

730) Which is true about installing NetWare?

a) Installation is possible from a CD, floppy disks, or another server on the network

b) The NetWare 4.x and 5.0 installations are identical.

c) The server should have DOS version 6.x or higher

d) None of the above

 

731) How many NetWare partitions are allowed per physical disk?

a) One

b) Two

c) Five

d) Unlimited

 

732) When installing NetWare 4.x or 5.0, the default administrator user ID is:

a) SUPERUSER

b) ADMIN

c) SUPERVISOR

d) ADMINISTRATOR

 

733) During a NetWare installation, which default group is created?

a) Public

b) Everyone

c) User

d) Group

 

 

 

734) Which function must be performed from the server console?

a) Managing Windows NT resources

b) Moving objects from one container to another

c) Assigning file system rights to objects in a tree

d) Changing partitions

 

735) As a testament to the high reliability of the earlier versions of NetWare, many have not been replaced with later, more enhanced versions.

a) True

b) False

 

736) NetWare can use many as 32 internal processors.

a) True

b) False

 

737) Each installed NLM consumes the same amount of resources.

a) True

b) False

 

738) Since good-quality memory chips have become very inexpensive, do not force a server to rely on the slower virtual memory to handle its typical processing loads.

a) True

b) False

 

739) An NLM is never considered part of the kernel.

a) True

b) False

 

740) The NetWare server console prompt looks identical to a DOS prompt.

a) True

b) False

 

741) Since only a limited number of NLMs are available, most developers write their own to handle special needs.

a) True

b) False

 

742) NetWare supports DOS, Macintosh, UNIX, OS/2 and Windows’ long file names.

a) True

b) False

 

743) Plan carefully before establishing a server’s volume and directory structure, because once they are established, they are very difficult to change.

a) True

b) False

 

744) Because NetWare uses file systems rather than modules to support access by other operating systems, file/directory size limitations and performances do not vary between NetWare volumes or servers.

a) True

b) False

 

745) Even though the NetWare operating system can determine which of its own files can be compressed safely, you should verify that the other systems files and applications (i.e., older DOS-based databases) will work when compressed.

a) True

b) False

 

746) NDS treats every networked resource as a separate object with distinct properties. Each object can then be centrally managed from a single interface.

a) True

b) False

 

747) For each organization, there is one correct way to arrange an NDS tree.

a) True

b) False

 

748) NW Admin allows administrators to manage objects in an NDS tree.

a) True

b) False

 

749) NDS and the NetWare file system are identical terms.

a) True

b) False

 

750) Both NetWare 4.x and NetWare 5.0 run TCP/IP natively.

a) True

b) False

 

751) Once you have completed the NetWare installation, the decisions you made about items such as server name, what kinds of network adapter cards, protocols, and services the server will use can be found by typing “help config” at the console prompt.

a) True

b) False

 

752) If you forget the administrator password you choose during the installation process, you must reinstall the NetWare operating system.

a) True

b) False

 

753) The NDS for NT tool enables Windows NT domains to appear as objects in NWAdmin.

a) True

b) False

 

754) Certain file system operations, such as creating files and directories can only be accomplished from NWAdmin.

a) True

b) False

 

755) NetWare 5.0 is different from its previous versions in that many of its interfaces and services rely on the Java programming language.

 

756) To run services in a separate memory area from the operating system, you must run the service in protected mode.

 

757) At the heart of NetWare lies the kernel or the core of the operating system.

 

758) The process of saving frequently used data to an area of the physical memory where it will be readily available for future requests is caching.

 

759) To find out which NLMs are currently running on your NetWare server, type modules at the prompt.

 

760) To better understand the NLM Monitor command, type help monitor at the prompt.

 

761) The figure illustrates space being used more efficiently by employing which technique? block suballocation

 

762) A unit of disk space and the smallest unit of disk space that can be controlled by the NetWare systems is called a block.

 

763) NDS stands for NetWare Directory Services.

 

764) The logical representation of resources in a NetWare enterprise is called the NDS tree.

 

765) OU=Receivables.OU=Acctg.O=Sutkin is an example of typeful notation.

 

766) Receivables.Acctg.Sutkin is an example of typeless

notation.

 

767) The term that indicates where a particular object belongs in the NDS representation is context.

 

768) A reference for the logical design of a network which guides the creating, use, and design of objects, hierarchy rules, and policies in an NDS representation is called a schema.

 

769) To speed up the installation of NetWare, use the simple installation rather than the custom installation.

 

770) What are the 5 questions that need to be answered when choosing a network operating system? The questions that should be asked are: Can it be integrated with my existing infrastructure? Will it provide the security required by my resources? Is my technical staff capable of managing it? Will my application run smoothly on it? Will it accommodate future growth? Does it support the additional services required by my users? How much does it cost? What kind of support is offered by the vendor?

 

771) What are 4 questions that should be considered when determining the optimal hardware for a server? The questions that should be considered are: How many clients will connect to the server? What kinds of applications will run on the server? How much storage space will each user need? How much down time is acceptable? What can your organization afford?

 

772) What is caching and why is it used? Caching is the process of saving frequently used data to an area of the physical memory where it will be readily available for future requests. It accelerates the process of accessing the server because the operating system does not have to search for the requested data on the disk.

 

773) What does the NLM Monitor do? The Monitor NLM provides a series of menus that allow the configuration of NICs, protocols, bindings, security, connections, and many more server parameters.

 

774) When installing NetWare, what should one do to enhance the security of the system files? After installing Netware, create an additional volume for the data files. Thus the system files will be on a separate volume than the data files and can be protected from accidental deletion.

 

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775) Which is the oldest operating system?

a) Windows NT

b) NetWare

c) UNIX

d) TCP/IP

 

776) Today, computers running UNIX account for more than what percent of Internet servers?

a) 10%

b) 20%

c) 50%

d) 80%

 

777) Which is not a freely distributed UNIX-like implementation?

a) Linux

b) GNU

c) FreeBSD

d) AIX

 

778) Today, ownership of the UNIX system is shared by:

a) AT&T and UCB

b) The Santa Cruz Operation and The Open Group

c) Sun Microsystems and IBM

d) HP and Microsoft

 

779) Which is not true about all UNIX versions?

a) They are true multiuser systems.

b) They have consistent interface for file, device and interprocess input/output.

c) They have the ability to start processes in the background.

d) They may be used as network operating systems.

780) Which is an advantage of choosing a version of UNIX such as GNU, FreeBSD or Linux?

a) Support for these types of systems is readily available and topnotch.

b) Workstation vendors who ship these versions of UNIX invest a great deal of time in ensuring that their software runs as well as fast as possible on their hardware.

c) Customers can add functionality to the software.

d) All of the above.

 

781) Linux was developed in the:

a) 1960s

b) 1970s

c) 1980s

d) 1990s

 

782) An open source software package that is a complete Windows NT-style file and printer sharing facility is:

a) FreeShare

b) NFS

c) Samba

d) NT-source

 

783) UNIX systems offer which option as part of the basic operating system?

a) TCP/IP protocol suites

b) Firewalling and routing programs

c) Domain name service and automatic IP address assignment

d) all of the above

 

784) Which is not mandatory in a UNIX server’s base unit?

a) Floppy disk drive

b) Video card

c) CD-ROM drive

d) NIC

 

785) The leading Internet Web server is an open source software application called:

a) Webserv

b) Interweb

c) Apache

d) Comanche

 

786) The online documentation for all Linux commands is called:

a) command list

b) manual pages

c) help

d) command interpreter

 

787) What character is used to separate directory names in Linux?

a) |

b) ;

c) \

d) /

 

 

 

788) What character is used to connect two commands in Linux?

a) |

b) ;

c) \

d) /

 

789) Which Linux command allows a change in the access rights of a file?

a) chmod

b) changright

c) mv

d) grep

 

790) Which Linux command would you use to start a virtual terminal connection to an IP address or a host name?

a) ftp

b) telnet

c) start

d) virtual

 

791) Which Linux command displays a list of users currently logged in?

a) userlist

b) who

c) ps

d) log

 

792) “-rwxr-xr-x” means that who has all rights to this file?

a) the group

b) the owner

c) everyone else

d) the group and the owner

 

793) Which is not used to designate a valid file type in Linux?

a) r

b) b

c) c

d) l

 

794) The command “useradd –g programs –G management joyce” specifies the initial group as:

a) programs

b) management

c) management joyce

d) useradd

 

795) UNIX is controlled and distributed by Sun Microsystems.

a) True

b) False

 

796) Linux grew out of an independent effort to create an operating system that behaves like the trademarked UNIX operating system.

a) True

b) False

 

797) UNIX is typically used for real-time applications, where the operating system must respond to input immediately.

a) True

b) False

 

798) One of the advantages of purchasing a UNIX system such as Solaris, is that the vendor typically strives to maintain backward compatibility with new releases and schedules the new releases at regular intervals.

a) True

b) False

 

799) Like NetWare, UNIX allows you to change the server’s configuration without restarting the server.

a) True

b) False

 

800) In UNIX, the use of a graphical user interface remains optimal.

a) True

b) False

 

801) Like Windows NT and NetWare, UNIX servers and workstations vary considerably.

a) True

b) False

 

802) The Linux kernel and other system initialization files are contained in the /bin directory.

a) True

b) False

 

803) When a new Linux user, Bob, is created, the login directory would be /login/bob.

a) True

b) False

 

804) Linux allows you to access partitions formatted with the DOS FAT file system, the Windows NT NTFS file system (in read only mode), and the OS/2 HPFS file system.

a)True

b) False

 

805) Two or more commands connected by the “|” symbol are called a pipeline.

a) True

b) False

 

806) To display the last 10 lines of a file the “tail” command is used.

a) True

b) False

 

807) The command names in the Linux system reflect the culture of communication with large corporations. Many commands are abbreviations or acronyms.

a) True

b) False

 

808) GREP stands for General Regulation Expression Protocol.

a) True

b) False

 

809) same as 808

 

810) To display the contents of the file, use the “disp” command.

a) True

b) False

 

811) The fastest way to install Linux is over a network using FTP.

a) True

b) False

 

812) A series of brief, highly focused documents giving Linux system details are called HOWTO.

a) True

b) False

 

813) is an acceptable name for a Linux server.

a) True

b) False

 

814) The “useradd” command adds a new user to the system and creates a default password.

a) True

b) False

 

815) Linux differs from other operating systems during the password enter process. When you create a password for the first time, you can see the character appear on the screen as you type them. When you change the password, you will not see the characters appear as you type.

a) True

b) False

 

816) Linux passwords are not case-sensitive.

a) True

b) False

 

817) Versions of UNIX that come from the Bell Labs are known as System V.

 

818) The “B” in BSD stands for Berkeley.

 

819) An implementation of UNIX for which the source code is either unavailable or available only by purchasing a licensed copy is known as proprietary UNIX.

 

820) RedHat, Caldera, and Slackware are often referred to as the different flavors of Linux.

 

821) A system to which users must attach directly so as to use the shared resources of the computer is called a time-sharing system.

 

822) The security specification for computer operating systems published in 1985 by the Department of Defense is called Orange Book certification.

 

823) The minimum RAM requirements for a Linux server is 64 MB RAM.

 

824) To add or remove functionally from the kernel, you must load or unload kernel modules.

 

825)  The program that accepts your typing and runs the commands for you is called a command interpreter.

 

826) To access Linux’s online documentation to find out more about the sort command, type man sort in a Linux command window.

 

827) Globbing is a form of file substitution, similar to the use of wildcards Windows and DOS.

 

828) The administrative user in a Linux installation is root.

 

829) To add a new group to the system, use the groupadd command.

 

830) Use the passwd command to change another user’s password while logged into the system as the administrative user.

 

831) To create a new directory, use the mkdir command.

 

832) What is a major drawback of choosing a UNIX system such as HP-UX, Solaris, or AIX? The major drawback of choosing a proprietary system is that the customer has no access to the system’s source code and thus cannot create a custom solution.

 

833) same as 770

 

834) How do UNIX systems handle resource sharing differently than other operating system? Other operating systems can’t share all resources because users don’t attach directly to the system; instead, they simply use its resources over the LAN. UNIX operating systems use a time-sharing system, in which a user can attach directly to and use all resources of another system.

 

835) How does UNIX handle the numbering of processes and is it beneficial? Each process represents an instance or a running program in memory, and the UNIX kernel allocates separate resources to each process as it is created. It also manages all programs’ access to these resources. This approach enables partitioning of processes in memory, thereby preventing one program from disrupting the operation of the entire system. So, if one program ends unexpectedly, it doesn’t cause the whole computer to crash.

 

836) When should you use the “apropos” command and what does it do? Use the “apropos” command followed by a keyword (for example, apropos list) when you don’t know the command you want to use. The “apropos” command displays all commands and programming functions that include the keyword typed in their manual page entries.

 

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837) How big is an IP address?

a) 8 bits

b) 16 bits

c) 32 bits

d) 64 bits

 

838) Which network class does this figure represent?

a) Class A

b) Class B

c) Class C

d) Class D

 

839) An IP address whose first octet is in the range of 128-191 belongs to which network class?

a) Class A

b) Class B

c) Class C

d) Class D

 

840) Which network class could have a total of more than 16 million possible addresses per network?

a) Class A

b) Class B

c) Class C

d) Class D

 

841) Which is not true?

a) With subnetting, a network manager can use one class of addresses for several network segments.

b) A subnetted address includes network, subnet, and host information

c) Subnetting was implemented throughout the Internet on the mid-1980s

d) Subnetting adds a 4th type of octet to the standard IP address

 

842) What is the default submask for a Class B network?

a) 255.255.0.0

b) 255.0.0.0

c) 0.255.0.0

d) 0.0.255.255

 

843) You might not want to use subnetting if:

a) You have a very small network

b) If you never want to connect to the Internet and therefore do not have to follow IP addressing standards.

c) If your organization has more IP addresses than it can ever conceivably use

d) all of the above

 

 

 

 

 

844) Default gateways:

a) May only connect multiple internal networks

b) Must maintain routing tables

c) Must be present on all networks

d) Must be assigned manually

 

845) Which port number is associated with FTP?

a) 21

b) 25

c) 23

d) 49

 

846) Port 80 is associated with which services?

a) SMTP

b) TFTP

c) HTTP

d) SNMP

 

847) The figure at the right illustrates which service?

a) FTP

b) BGP

c) Telnet

d) FTP-DATA

 

848) Which type of organization would use the ORG top-level domain suffix?

a) Noncommercial groups

b) Government

c) Commercial groups

d) US military organization

 

849) When configuring DNS, which piece of information needs to be entered?

a) Name server IP address

b) Name server name

c) Network name

d) Gateway name

 

850) Which service was developed in the mid-1980s to facilitate IP address management, and uses a central list of IP addresses and their associated devices’ MAC addresses to dynamically assign IP addresses to clients.

a) BSP protocol

b) BOOTP

c) DHCP

d) ARP

 

851) The term used when a DHCP generated IP address is no longer needed is:

a) Release

b) Terminate

c) Erase

d) Remove

 

852) Which does not rely on SMTP?

a) POP2

b) HTTP

c) IMAP

d) POP3

 

853) Which command would you use to display TCP/IP statistics and the state of current TCP/IP connection?

a) nbstat

b) netstat

c) nslookup

d) traceroute

 

854) Which command would you use to determine if router of subnet connectivity problems exist?

a) nbstat

b) netstat

c) nslookup

d) traceroute

 

855) The text-based utility that allows one to navigate through a series of menus to find and read specific files is called:

a) FTP

b) URL

c) Gopher

d) Navigator

 

856) The first industries to take advantage of

e-commerce were:

a) Military and government

b) Stock trading and medical

c) Training and consulting

d) Retail and finance

 

857) Every IP address is grouped into three 8-bit octets.

a) True

b) False

 

858) An IP address that is configured manually is called a static address.

a) True

b) False

 

859) 144:92.43.178 is a valid IP address.

a) True

b) False

 

860) Due to the increasing demand for Internet addresses, a new addressing scheme, IP version 6, is being developed and will be able to supply the world with enough addresses to last well into the 21st century.

a) True

b) False

 

861) A machine with the IP address of 166.144.40.12 is on the same subnet as a machine with the IP address of 166.144.60.12

a) True

b) False

 

862) Since there is no listing of port numbers and associated services online, you should keep a hard copy of this data next to the server.

a) True

b) False

 

863) SNMP is associated with port 179 and uses UDP protocol.

a) True

b) False

 

864) Every host is a member of a domain

a) True

b) False

 

865) A host name may contain any alphanumeric  combination with a maximum of 63 characters and may contain hyphens, underscores, or periods.

a) True

b) False

 

866) The Name area consists of the actual database of Internet IP addresses and their associated names.

a) True

b) False

 

867) A root server is a name server.

a) True

b) False

 

868) With DHCP a device is assigned an IP address the first time it attaches to the network. It will use that IP address for all future logins to that network.

a) True

b) False

 

869) One of the benefits of using WINS is that it guarantees that every device on the network has a unique NetBIOS name.

a) True

b) False

 

870) To find a device’s own IP address, ARP can be used.

a) True

b) False

 

871) In addition to transporting mail, SMTP performs many other functions such as storing messages.

a) True

b) False

 

872) IMAP is the language that Web clients and servers use to communicate.

a) True

b) False

 

873) HTTP is often used to troubleshoot TCP/IP problems.

a) True

b) False

 

874) Since e-mail is the most frequently used and therefore the most relied-upon Internet service needing to be managed, it is critical to know how to support and troubleshoot an organization’s e-mail package.

a) True

b) False

875) FFT manages file transfers between TCP/IP hosts.

a) True

b) False

 

876) External routers (such as those on the Internet) to not recognize subnets on specific LANs.

a) True

b) False

 

877) The most common way of expressing IP addresses is the dotted decimal notation, which is the “shorthand” convention used to represent IP addresses and make them more easily readable by people.

 

878) Multicasting allows one device to send data to a specific group of devices (not the whole network) in a point-to-point fashion. Class D addresses are reserved for this type of transmission.

 

879) The combination of an address’s network and subnet information is its extended network prefix.

 

880) A subnet mask is a special 32-bit number that, when combined with a device’s IP address, informs the rest of the network about the network class to which the device is attached.

 

881) In Figure 11-6, the “?” symbols refer to what? routers

 

882) A logical address assigned to a specific process running on a host computer is a socket.

 

883) What would be the resulting socket address of a service with an IP address of 10.43.3.87 and an associated port number of 23? 10.43.3.87.23

 

884) Gateways that make up the Internet backbone are called core gateways and are managed by the Internet Network Operations Center.

 

885) What does the third column in the figure contain? aliases

 

886) The hierarchical way of tracking domain names and their addresses, which was developed in the mid-1980s is called the Domain Name System.

 

887) Any hosts on the Internet that need to look up domain name information are called resolvers.

 

888) When a device uses an IP address while it is attached to a network, it is said to lease that address.

 

889) The “H” in HTTP stands for hypertext.

 

890) To access the Web, the client requires TCP/IP protocol, a unique IP address, a connection to the Internet, and a browser.

 

 

891) Newsgroups are an Internet service similar to e-mail that provide a means of conveying messages, but in which information is distributed to a wide group of users at once rather than from one user to another.

 

892) Another growing Web-based service is Internet telephony, the provision of telephone service over the internet.

 

893) Should each device on a TCP/IP-based network have unique IP address? Why or why not? Yes, each device should have a unique IP address to ensure accurate delivery of data. Without unique IP addresses, data could not be routed between networks and devices.

 

894) Why are gateways important in the context of IP addressing? In IP addressing a gateway facilitates communication between different subnets. Because one device on the network cannot send data directly to a device on another subnet, a gateway must intercede and hand off the information.

 

895) Why is the DNS database so stable?

The DNS database does not rely on one file or even one server, but rather is distributed over several key computers across the Internet to prevent catastrophic failure if one or a few computers go down.

 

896) What are 3 reasons that DHCP is the preferred way to assign IP addresses? DHCP is used because it: 1. Reduces the time and planning spent on IP address management because it is handled in an automated fashion. 2. Reduces the possibility for errors because no typing of addresses is needed. 3. Users can move their workstations and printers without having to change their TCP/IP configuration as long as the device is configured to obtain its IP address from a central server. 4. IP addressing is transparent for mobile users. 5. The network administrator does not have to maintain a table of IP and MAC addresses on the server.

 

897) What is pinging and when would it be used? Pinging is the process of sending an echo request signal from one node on a TCP/IP network to another. It verifies whether the node in question has its TCP/IP services running and might be used to see if a network connection is working.

 

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898) Which is typically the first step performed when troubleshooting a network problem?

a) Consider recent changes on the network

b) Ensure that the problem can be recreated accurately

c) Identify the specific symptoms of the problem

d) Verify the logical integrity of the network connection

 

 

 

 

 

 

899) Asking questions such as “How many users or network segments are affected?” or “When did the problem begin?” will help:

a) Identify the symptoms

b) Determine the scope of the problem

c) Verify user competency

d) Recreate the problem

 

900) If the problem affects an entire department or floor of the organization, the troubleshooter should investigate:

a) The WAN link

b) The cabling between the backbone and the switch

c) An individual workstation’s NIC and cabling

d) The network segment’s router interface

 

901) Which question would be asked to identify the chronological scope of the problem?

a) Did the symptoms appear in the last hour of the day?

b) Is the problem universal?

c) Were the workstations configured similarly, at the same time, or by the same person?

d) Do the workstations use the same type of hardware?

 

902) If a single user cannot log in to the network, and is typing his password correctly, the troubleshooter should:

a) Verify the router is properly connected to the backbone.

b) Replace the workstation

c) Verify that the workstation’s network cable is properly connected to its NIC and the wall jack.

d) Reboot the network.

 

903) Which is true about testing the solution to a problem?

a) Having the user test the solution gives an objective assessment of the results.

b) It ensures that the device is left in a state that is familiar to the user.

c) It ensures that original problem has been solved.

d) All of the above.

 

904) Someone who has specialized knowledge in one or more aspects of a network and typically does not take initial problem calls is called a:

a) Guru

b) Second-level support analyst

c) First-level support analyst

d) Operations manager

 

905) A person who handles items such as budget, tool purchases, and infrastructure decisions is called an:

a) Help desk coordinator

b) Second-level manager

c) Budget manager

d) Operations manager

 

 

 

 

 

 

906) Systems such as Expert Advisor, Remedy, and Vantive are examples of:

a) Change management systems

b) Inventory systems

c) Call tracking systems

d) Problem documentation systems

 

907) A document containing information about all the services and software packages supported within an organization and the various support levels is a:

a) Supported services list

b) Product list

c) Resources list

d) Online help list

 

908) By some estimates, more than what percentage of all network problems derive from defective or improper wiring?

a) 10%

b) 25%

c) 50%

d) 75%

 

909) A good cable checker will:

a) Measure the distance to a cable fault

b) Ensure that the cable is not too long

c) Verify that the wires are paired correctly

d) All of the above

 

910) A basic cable checker costs:

a) Less than $100

b) Between $100 and $300

c) Between $300 and $1000

d) Over $1000

 

911) To measure near-end crosstalk between wires, which is used?

a) Cable tester

b) Cable checker

c) Either a cable tester or a cable checker

d) Neither a cable tester nor a cable checker

 

912) To verify that wires are not shorted, exposed, or crossed, which is used?

a) Cable tester

b) Cable checker

c) Either a cable tester or a cable checker

d) Neither a cable tester nor a cable checker

 

913) What is the result of crosstalk?

a) Interference

b) Inability to access information

c) Loss of a data link

d) Network crash

 

914) To determine if two or more stations are transmitting simultaneously, which is used?

a) Cable tester

b) Cable checker

c) Both a cable tester or a cable checker

d) Neither a cable tester nor a cable checker

915) Which is true?

a) Network monitors are more expensive than network analyzers

b) Network monitoring tools are often included in the network operating system software

c) Network monitors can capture passwords going over the network, if their transmission is not encrypted

d) NetXray is a network monitor

 

916) Which is not true?

a) A jabber usually results from a line without enough throughput.

b) A jabber effectively brings the network to a halt.

c) A jabber is a device that handles electrical signals improperly.

d) A network analyzer will detect a jabber as a device that is always retransmitting.

 

917) The minimum Ethernet packet size is:

a) 8 bytes

b) 16 bytes

c) 32 bytes

d) 64 bytes

 

918) When diagnosing network problems, if the questions seems too simple to bother asking, you probably don’t need to ask it.

a) True

b) False

 

919) If a user cannot access email, and the troubleshooter, when logged in as the user, cannot access email but can access email as an administrator (or equivalent), the problem probably lies in the user’s access rights to email.

a) True

b) False

 

920) Asking a question such as “Do error messages reference damaged or missing files to device drivers?” helps to verify logical connectivity.

a) True

b) False

 

921) Physical connectivity problems often prove more difficult to isolate and resolve than logical connectivity problems, because they can be more complex.

a) True

b) False

 

922) Changes to network elements often cause both physical and logical connectivity problems.

a) True

b) False

 

923) As long as you have thoroughly tested any network changes before you actually make them, it is not necessary to have a backup plan to use if the actual implementation fails.

a) True

b) False

924) One of the steps involved in implementing a solution to a problem may be to revisit the solution a day or two later to verify that the problem has, indeed been solved.

a) True

b) False

 

925) If you swap a component that does not have the same specifications as the original part, you risk introducing another variable into the equation.

a) True

b) False

 

926) Since systems such as Vantive, Expert Advisor, and Remedy are not customizable, organizations often have to change the way they operate to fully utilize any of these packages.

a) True

b) False

 

927) One of the reasons for the initial contact to accurately keep track of problem data is that often problems are passed to other groups who need to know the history of the problem and any resolution attempts.

a) True

b) False

 

928) It is necessary to record even minor modifications, such as resetting a user’s password or creating a new group for users.

a) True

b) False

 

929) To use a tool to test the continuity of a cable, disconnect the cable from the network first.

a) True

b) False

 

930) Cable checkers can test the continuity of fiber-optic cabling.

a) True

b) False

 

931) Cable testers are generally less sophisticated and cheaper than cable checkers.

a) True

b) False

 

932) Excessively high collision rates within the network usually result from cable or routing problems.

a) True

b) False

 

933) Network monitors can determine the protocols passed by each packet but can’t interpret the data inside the packet.

a) True

b) False

 

 

 

934) The maximum packet size for an Ethernet packet is 1518 bytes.

a) True

b) False

 

935) NetMon is the most comprehensive and expensive network monitoring tool.

a) True

b) False

 

936) A high number of CRC’s usually result from excessive collisions or a station transmitting bad data.

a) True

b) False

 

937) Sniffers are tailored to a particular type of network.

a) True

b) False

 

938) A good rule of thumb when diagnosing network problems is to never ignore the obvious.

 

939) In many organizations, a help desk acts as the first, single point of contact for users to call in regarding errors.

 

940) Before you call a vendor’s technical support number, make sure you have read the documentation and looked for information on the Web.

 

941) A change management system is a process or program that provides support personnel with a centralized means of documenting data such as upgrading a network, adding new software on network servers, or physically moving network devices.

 

942) What tool determines whether your cabling can provide connectivity but does not provide data such as a graphical output depicting a cable’s attenuation? cable checker

 

943) A portable, hardware-based tool that a network manager connects to the network to determine the nature of network problems is a network analyzer.

 

944) Collisions that occur when two or more stations are transmitting simultaneously are called local.

 

945) Collisions that take place outside the window of time in which they would normally be detected by the network and redressed are called late collisions.

 

946) The Network Monitor product, NetMon, is manufactured by Microsoft.

 

947) Packets that are smaller than the medium’s minimum packet size are called runts.

 

948) Packets that exceed the medium’s maximum packet size are called giants.

 

949) Frames that are not actually data frame, but aberrations caused by a repeater misinterpreting stray voltage on the wire are called ghosts.

 

950) The LANalyzer product is manufactured by Novell.

 

951) A single jump in a measure of network performance, such as utilization, is called a spike.

 

952) List 6 of the steps to troubleshooting network problems. The steps are: 1. Identify the symptoms 2. Verify user competency 3. Identify the scope of the problem 4. Recreate the problem 5. Verify the physical integrity of the network connection 6. Verify the logical integrity of the network connection 7. Consider recent changes to the network and how those changes might have caused a problem 8. Implement a solution 9. Test the solution

 

953) When would it not be a good idea to try to reproduce a problem? Do not reproduce a problem when it could wreak havoc on the network, its data, or its devices. One example is a power outage where the backup power source failed to supply power. Once the equipment is back online, one would not want to cut the power again to recreate the problem.

 

954) What is a better alternative to swapping parts on a network? A better alternative is to have redundancy built into the network.

 

955) What is promiscuous mode? Promiscuous mode means that a device driver directs the network adapter card to pick up all frames that pass over the network, not just those destined for the ode served by the card.

 

956) What is an advantage to using a network monitor or analyzer that is not part of the network operating system? One advantage to using a network monitor or analyzer that is not part of the network operating system, is that it is mobile.

 

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957) If a group of users complains about slow response time over the WAN, you should:

a) Compare current network segment utilization rates to previous ones

b) Compare current WAN link statistics to previous ones

c) Compare current network segment response time rates to previous ones

d) All of the above

 

958) Baseline would not be used for what?

a) Predicting the impact of a significant network change

b) Knowing if a network change helped the level of service

c) Verifying how many NICs of a certain brand exist on the network

d) Determining which groups generate the most network traffic

 

959) Which is not true about baselining tools?

a) For baselining a small network, an inexpensive tool may suffice

b) All baselining tools measure the same statistics

c) Select a tool that enables easy setting of measurement parameters

d) Regularly repeat baseline measurements

 

960) Which is a baselining tool?

a) NetMon

b) WG Wizard

c) Baseline+

d) Statcount

 

961) Which is not a benefit realized from an asset management system?

a) Notifications that an equipment lease will expire

b) Assessing whether an upgrade has increased network performance

c) Determining how many routers are installed on a network

d) Automatically discovering all devices on a network

 

962) An asset management database should be updated:

a) Weekly

b) Monthly

c) Annually

d) Whenever changes are made to network hardware or software

 

963) Which is not a type of software change associated with network maintenance?

a) Patch

b) Revision

c) Installation

d) Upgrade

 

964) An upgrade is best described as:

a) An improvement or enhancement to a particular piece of a software program

b) A major change to the existing code

c) A general term for minor or major changes to the existing code

d) A change to the environment

 

965) Service packs are used for which type of operating systems?

a) Windows NT Server

b) UNIX

c) Linux

d) NetWare 5.0

 

966) An upgrade to the Z.E.N. Works centralized desktop management program would be performed to which environment?

a) Novell

b) Windows NT

c) UNIX

d) Linux

 

 

 

967) Application upgrades:

a) Always represent modifications to an entire program

b) Can be performed while users are using the software

c) Will affect all users at once

d) Do not require additional user training

 

968) Which is the most critical type of software upgrade?

a) An upgrade to Netware 5.0

b) An upgrade to Wordperfect

c) An upgrade to Windows 95 Dial-up Networking client

d) An upgrade to Microsoft’s Systems Management Server software

 

969) Which should not happen during the evaluation phase of a network operating system upgrade?

a) Any new features of the upgrade should be tested

b) The upgrade should be thoroughly tested on the production server

c) During testing, notes should be kept on how the upgrade meets the requirements specified in the proposal

d) Response time of the upgrade should be tested

 

970) Which phase of a network operating system upgrade includes the review of the short- and long-term benefits of the upgrade?

a) Research phase

b) Implementation phase

c) Testing phase

d) Proposal phase

 

971) In which phase of a network operating system upgrade would a review of the support calls generated by the upgrade be performed?
a) Research phase

b) Implementation phase

c) Post-implementation phase

d) Review phase

 

972) In which phase of a network operating system upgrade would networking staff remove any unnecessary applications or services they have installed on the server?

a) Pre-implementation phase

b) Implementation phase

c) Testing phase

d) Post-implementation phase

 

973) Which type of upgrade does not typically cause network downtime?

a) Server upgrade

b) Hub upgrade

c) Network printer upgrade

d) Switch upgrade

 

974) Which is the most complex addition or change to a network design?

a) Networked printer

b) Switch or router

c) Hub

d) Server

 

975) Migrating from Token Ring to Ethernet is an example of a:

a) Operating System upgrade

b) Cable segment upgrade

c) Backbone upgrade

d) Router upgrade

 

976) Which is the first step in a backbone upgrade?

a) Create an RFP

b) Determine which kind of backbone design to implement

c) Develop a project plan

d) Justify it

 

977) Once a network is working smoothly, there is not usually a reason for a change.

a) True

b) False

 

978) Always not the state of the network before and after any modification.

a) True

b) False

 

979) The first step in properly maintaining your network is to identify its current state.

a) True

b) False

 

980) Always measure the same data for each network.

a) True

b) False

 

981) Network traffic patterns are difficult to forecast, because you cannot predict users’ habits, the effects of new technology, or changes in demand for resources over a given period of time.

a) True

b) False

 

982) The first step in asset management is to take an inventory of each node on the network.

a) True

b) False

 

983) Using network monitors or network analyzers to perform baselining is just as effective as using a baselining tool. As a result, monitors and analyzers are often used for baselining.

a) True

b) False

 

984) Change management records can be created by a program that automatically discovers hardware and software on the network.

a) True

b) False

 

 

 

 

 

985) An up-to-date asset management system allows you to avoid searching through old invoices and troubleshooting questions to determine information such as how many routers are installed, where they are installed, and whether any have already received the software upgrade.

a) True

b) False

 

986) All software changes should be performed during off-hours.

a) True

b) False

 

987) Since patch installations are quick and easy, and tested by the vendor prior to release, it is not necessary to perform a backup of the system before installation of the patch.

a) True

b) False

 

988)  A successful client upgrade should be transparent to all users.

a) True

b) False

 

989) Application upgrades that enhance the program’s functionality are often a matter of convenience than necessity.

a) True

b) False

 

990) If you decide to limit the functionality of a program, it is best not to tell the users up front or they will become unhappy with the program.

a) True

b) False

 

991) The first step in testing an upgrade to a network operating system is to have all the users login and try to run applications.

a) True

b) False

 

992) Hardware and physical plant changes may be required when a network component fails or malfunctions or to increase capacity, improve performance or add functionality to the network.

a) True

b) False

 

993) It is usually easier to upgrade or add hardware on a network if one has previously used that hardware.

a) True

b) False

 

994) Purchasing components to add or replace in your network devices does not affect service or warranty agreements with the manufacturer.

a) True

b) False

995) Cabling is often upgraded in phases because of its magnitude and because it affects all users.

a) True

b) False

 

996) Lower cost is typically the driving factor in networking technology trends.

a) True

b) False

 

997) The graph in Figure 13-1, provides a baseline for daily network traffic over a six-week period.

 

998) The term asset management originally referred to an organization’s system for keeping tabs on every piece of equipment it owned, and this function was usually handled through the Accounting department.

 

999) Prior to completing any modifications to the system or software, make a back-up of the current system of software.

 

1000) Keep the upgrade instructions handy and follow them during the installation of the patch or revision.

 

1001) An improvement or enhancement to a particular piece of a software program is called a patch.

 

1002) Software upgrades abbreviated as SP3 and SP4 are manufactured by Microsoft.

 

1003) A flaw in the hardware of hardware that causes it to malfunction is a bug.

 

1004) If a support analyst installs a new version of software in order to increase its functionality and to fix existing bugs, he has performed an upgrade.

 

1005) One of the methods of performing an upgrade of Windows 95 Dial-Up Networking to all users is to use a software distribution program.

 

1006) An application upgrade applies to software shared by clients on the network.

 

1007) Going back to a previous version of software after attempting an upgrade is known as backleveling.

 

1008) The most complex and comprehensive upgrade involving network hardware is a backbone upgrade.

 

1009) One of the current networking trends, open standards, will raise greater concerns for security, as systems become more vulnerable to hackers.

 

1010) What is the difference between network monitoring and baselining? One significant difference is that a baselined characteristic can be used as a gauge for future reference, whereas network monitoring provides a continual check on problems on the network.

 

1011) How can a change management system help with the process of taking baseline and network performance measurements? It helps because one can correlate additions, removals, or changes in network components with differences in the networks performance.

 

1012) What will you need to do if you upgrade the server’s hardware after installing a service pack? You will have to implement the service pack a second time.

 

1013) How do patches differ from revisions and software upgrades? They differ because they change only part of the software program, leaving most of the code untouched.

 

1014) Which is the most complex type of addition or change to a network design and why? The addition or change of a switch or router is the most complex because it can be physically disruptive and affect many or all users on the network. These kinds of upgrades can also have unintended effects on segments of the network other than the one it services. Lastly, these upgrades can be expensive and require a lot of planning.

 

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1015) The soundness of a network’s programs, data, services, devices, and connections refer to its:

a) Availability

b) Health

c) Integrity

d) Redundancy

 

1016) Which are the most common types of viruses and are passed via floppy disks?

a) Floppy viruses

b) Boot sector viruses

c) Program viruses

d) Network viruses

 

1017) Which is not a category of viruses defined in the book?

a) Program viruses

b) Boot sector viruses

c) Micro viruses

d) Network viruses

 

1018) If a user is missing options from application menus, has damaged, changed, or missing data file, or sees strange pop-up messages when using Excel, he may have a:

a) Worm infection

b) File-infected virus

c) Macro virus

d) Network virus

 

 

 

 

 

 

1019) Viruses that change their characteristics every time they are transferred to a new system and are hard to identify exhibit the characteristic of :

a) Encryption

b) Stealth

c) Polymorphism

d) Change

 

1020) An antivirus program should compare current characteristics of files and disks against an archived version of the characteristics to discover any changes. This is called:

a) Integrity checking

b) Heuristic checking

c) Signature checking

d) Hoaxing

 

1021) Which is not something that should be included in an antivirus policy?

a) Each computer in an organization should be equipped with virus detection and cleaning software that regularly scans for viruses.

b) Each user should install his own antivirus software and know how to use it.

c) Organizations should impose penalties on users who do not follow the antivirus policy.

d) Each organization should have an antivirus team that focuses on maintaining the antivirus measures in place.

 

1022) The capacity for a system to continue performing despite an unexpected hardware of software malfunction is known as:

a) Redundancy

b) Fail-over

c) Duplicity

d) Fault tolerance

 

1023) Which type of power flaw is unavoidable and often associated with electromagnetic interference?

a) Surge

b) Line noise

c) Brownout

d) Blackout

 

1024) Which power flaw may only last a few thousandths of a second and may be caused by a lighting strike?

a) Surge

b) Line noise

c) Brownout

d) Blackout

 

1025) Which power flaw is also known as a sag?

a) Surge

b) Line noise

c) Brownout

d) Blackout

 

 

 

 

 

1026) Electrical power is measured in:

a) Amps

b) Volt-amps

c) Volts

d) All of the above

 

1027) Most UPSs are rated to support a device for:

a) 1-3 minutes

b) 5-10 minutes

c) 15-20 minutes

d) 25-30 minutes

 

1028) Which kind of topology provides the best fault tolerance?

a) Mesh

b) Star

c) Ring

d) Hybrid

 

1029) The network in Figure 14-4 has how many redundant connections?

a) None

b) One

c) Two

d) Three

 

1030) Disk stripping is also known as:

a) RAID Level 0

b) RAID Level 1

c) RAID Level 3

d) RAID Level 4

 

1031) Which RAID Level has disk striping with parity ECC?

a) RAID Level 2

b) RAID Level 3

c) RAID Level 4

d) RAID Level 5

 

1032) Figure 14-14 is an example of :

a) RAID Level 1

b) RAID Level 2

c) RAID Level 4

d) RAID Level 5

 

1033) Which is not true about server mirroring?

a) The servers involved must be identical machines using identical components

b) Mirroring software allows for an instantaneous switch of a working server for a failed server.

c) Software must be running on both servers to allow them to synchronize their actions continually.

d) The mirrored servers do not have to be next to each other.

 

1034) The most popular method for backing up networked systems is:

a) Internet backups

b) Online backups

c) Floppy disk backups

d) Tape backups

 

1035) Some viruses cause no harm and can remain unnoticed on a system forever.

a) True

b) False

 

1036) Server viruses propagate themselves via network protocols, commands, messaging programs, and data links.

a) True

b) False

 

1037) Stealth viruses disguise themselves as legitimate programs or replace part of a legitimate program’s code with their destructive code.

a) True

b) False

 

1038) Antivirus software that use heuristic scanning is typically the most accurate and least likely to emit false alarms.

a) True

b) False

 

1039) Some applications, such as Microsoft’s Word and Excel programs, actually help identify viruses.

a) True

b) False

 

1040) Virus hoaxes should be taken just as seriously as viruses.

a) True

b) False

 

1041) At the highest level of fault tolerance, users should only have to endure brief service outages.

a) True

b) False

 

1042) A failure is the malfunction of one component of a system.

a) True

b) False

 

1043) Fault tolerance also means protecting your network from excessive heat or moisture, break-ins, and natural disasters.

a) True

b) False

 

1044) A blackout almost always causes significant damage to your network.

a) True

b) False

 

1045) An online UPS is typically a lot cheaper than a standby UPS.

a) True

b) False

 

 

1046) In addition to providing clean (free from noise) electricity, generators also provide surge protection.

a) True

b) False

 

1047) A SONET ring can easily recover from a break in one of its links (for example, between points a and b), because data can circumvent the fault to move between the two points.

a) True

b) False

 

1048) All types of RAID use shared, multiple physical or logical hard disks to ensure data integrity and availability.

a) True

b) False

 

1049) A group of hard disks is called a disk mirror.

a) True

b) False

 

1050) RAID Level 4 includes disk striping and parity.

a) True

b) False

 

1051) Even if you have a truly fault-tolerant or redundant system, you should still make regular backups on separate media.

a) True

b) False

 

1052) One disadvantage to clustering is that the clustered servers must be geographically close.

a) True

b) False

 

1053) When evaluating an online backup provider, you should test its speed, accuracy, security, and the ease with which you can recover the backed up data.

 a) True

b) False

 

1054) One of the most popular standard backup rotation schemes is called grandfather-father-son.

a) True

b) False

 

1055) A server that allows staff to log on and use its program and data 99.99% of the time is considered to be highly available.

 

1056) One of the way to prevent harming of a network is to prevent anyone other than a network administrator from opening or changing the system files.

 

1057) Having a second hard disk which mirrors a server’s primary disk or two T-1 lines running simultaneously are examples of redundancy.

 

1058) Monitoring the network for unauthorized access to devices such as routers or switches is called intrusion detection.

 

1059) Most virus-scanning software searches files for a recognizable string of characters that identify the virus. If the virus is encrypted, it will thwart the antivirus program’s attempts to detect it.

 

1060) One thing a virus-scanning software should do is detect viruses through signature scanning comparison of a file’s content with known virus signatures in a signature database.

 

1061) The process of one component immediately assuming the duties of an identical component is known as automatic failover.

 

1062) The “R” in RAID stands for redundant.

 

1063) The “U” in UPS stands for uninterruptible.

 

1064) The figure shows a system that allows for load balancing, because there is an automatic distribution of traffic over both T1 links.

 

1065) Kidneys are hot swappable, because if one fails, the other one will take over its functionality.

 

1066) The process of comparing the parity of data read from disk with the type of parity used by the system is known as parity error checking.

 

1067) Another name for a tape storage library is a vault.

 

1068) An differential backup backs up only data that has changes since the last backup and then marks that information for subsequent backup, regardless of whether it has changed.

 

1069) The process of restoring the critical functionality and data after an enterprise-wide outage is known as disaster recovery.

 

1070) What are worms and what do they do? Worms are not technically viruses, but rather programs that run independently and travel between computers and across networks. They can transport (and hide) viruses.

 

1071) Should you scan shrink-wrapped software for viruses? Why or why not? Yes, you should scan it for viruses, because it occasionally ships with viruses on its disks.

 

1072) In terms if system performance, what is a failure, and what is a fault. How are they related? A failure occurs when something doesn’t work as promised or as planned. A fault is the malfunction of one component of a system. A fault can result in a failure.

 

 

 

1073) What are three things you should consider when buying a UPS for your network? You should consider the amount of power needed, period of time to keep a device running, line conditioning, and cost.

 

1074) What is server clustering, and why is it valuable? Server clustering is a fault-tolerance technique that links multiple servers together to act as a single server. The clustered servers share processing duties and appear as a single server to users. If one server in the cluster fails, the other servers in the cluster will automatically take over its data transaction and storage responsibilities.

 

1075) What is the name of the administrator on  UNIX-based network?

a) Super.

b) Root.

c) Admin.

d) Supervisor.

 

1076) A security audit should be conducted at least:

a) Monthly

b) Every six months

c) Annually

d) Biannually

 

1077) Bu some estimates, human errors, ignorance, or omission cause more than what percent of security breaches sustained by networks?

a) 10%

b) 25%

c) 50%

d) 75%

 

1078) Which is not a risk associated with people?

a) An unused workstation being left logged into the network.

b) Network administrators overlooking security flaws in the operating systems or application configuration.

c) A network that uses leased lines.

d) Discarded disks left in public waste containers.

 

1079) Risks associated with hardware and network design are inherent in (roughly) which OSI Layers?

a) Physical and Application layers

b) Transport and Data layers

c) Presentation and Session layers

d) Physical and Data layers

 

1080) Networks that use leased lines are vulnerable to:

a) Eavesdropping

b) Hoaxing

c) Interception

d) Backdooring

 

1081) Which is the least risky when selecting your network hardware and design?

a) Having unused server ports that are enabled

b) Having remote users access dial-in access servers

c) Routers not configured to mask internal subnets

d) Using switches

 

1082) Which presents the smallest risk associated with networking protocols and software?

a) TCP/IP containing several security flaws

b) The network operating system not allowing server operators to exit to a DOS prompt

c) A flaw in the trust between one server and another

d) Not addressing “backdoors” to network operating systems

 

1083) A security policy should not:

a) Include content that does not pertain to computers or network

b) Ensure that authorized users have appropriate access to the resources they need

c) Prevent intentional damage to hardware or software

d) Create an environment where the network and systems can withstand any type of threat

 

1084) Which is not true?

a) Each member of the security response team should be assigned a role and responsibilities related to the security policy

b) The security response team should regularly rehearse their defense in a security threat drill

c) A security response team should be composed of members of the network group with highly technical skills

d) The leader of the security response team is often called a security coordinator

 

1085) Which is true about passwords?

a) The shorter the better

b) Use something that is easy to remember, such as your pet’s or child’s name

c) Even if allowed, do not use special characters, such as exclamation marks, because they are easy to mistype

d) Do not write it down, even if it is in a safe place

 

1086) It is recommended to change a password at least every:

a) Day

b) Week

c) 30 days

d) 90 days

 

1087) Which area(s) should be physically secured?

a) Computer rooms

b) Wiring closet with hubs or switches

c) Telecommunications closet with leased line to the Internet

d) All of the above

 

1088) Using color patterns in an eye’s iris or whorls in a fingerprint are examples of:

a) Scanning process

b) Physical characteristic access

c) Electronic access

d) Bio-recognition access

 

 

 

 

 

1089) A firewall:

a) May reside between two interconnected private networks

b) Typically involves only hardware

c) Uses only TCP protocol

d) Usually as a server

 

1090) A router acting as a firewall operates at which layers of the OSI model?

a) Data Link and Transport layers

b) Network and Transport layers

c) Physical and Data Link layers

d) Transport and Session layers

 

1091) Which is not important when considering a firewall?

a) Does it support user authentication?

b) Does it prevent “punching a hole”?

c) Does it allow you to manage it centrally and through a standard interface?

d) Does it protect the identity of your internal LAN’s addresses from the outside world?

 

1092) Which is an example of a remote control software program?

a) Remotely Possible

b) Xanadu

c) See All

d) Attach and Look

 

1093) Which is a centralized authentication system?

a) RAID

b) TACACS

c) Proxy

d) Remote Access

 

1094) RADIUS is:

a) An early version of a centralized authentication system

b) Not as secure as a remote access solution

c) Able to run on UNIX, Windows NT-, or Novell-based networks.

d) Not highly scalable

 

1095) Which company developed the PPTP protocol?

a) Microsoft

b) Cisco Systems

c) Avalon Technologies

d) Novell

 

1096) Verifying a user’s validity and authority on a system usually occurs at the Application layer of the OSI model.

a) True

b) False

 

1097) One disadvantage of having an outside company perform a security audit for a network is that they are not familiar enough with the situation.

a) True

b) False

 

1098) Fiber-based transmission can easily be intercepted.

a) True

b) False

 

1099) It is usually very easy to distinguish between hardware and software risks.

a) True

b) False

 

1100) Risks inherent to software and networking protocols typically occur in the Physical, Presentation, and Application layers of the OSI model.

a) True

b) False

 

1101) Deluging a system with messages is an example of a flashing attack.

a) True

b) False

 

1102) Most network security breaches occur from crackers outside the organization.

a) True

b) False

 

1103) One way to make a security policy more accepted in an organization is to tie security measures to business needs.

a) True

b) False

 

1104) A company’s security policy should specify which hardware, software, architecture, or protocols will be used to ensure security.

a) True

b) False

 

1105) If users complain about password requirements, you may back down from them as long as the users understand the risks.

a) True

b) False

 

1106) One of the drawbacks to a badge access system is that the users either have all or no access to buildings. There is no way to provide access to only a few rooms in a building.

a) True

b) False

 

1107) Electronic locks, which require entrants to punch a numeric code to gain access, are typically the most expensive physical security solution.

a) True

b) False

 

 

 

 

 

 

1108) The principle that the next best protection for a LAN is to restrict access at every point where the LAN connects to the rest of the world forms the basis of hardware- and design-based security.

a) True

b) False

 

1109) The optimal, although not practical, way to prevent external security breaches from affecting your LAN is to not connect your LAN to the outside world at all.

a) True

b) False

 

1110) When trying to ensure physical security, one question to ask is are authentication methods difficult to forge or circumvent?

a) True

b) False

 

1111) Proxy servers manage security at the Application layer of the OSI model.

a) True

b) False

 

1112) An important security feature in a remote control system is the ability to leave the host’s system blank while a remote user works on it.

a) True

b) False

 

1113) It is not a good idea for remote control systems to allow the host systems to call the remote clients back.

a) True

b) False

 

1114) Remote control differs from dial-up networking in that it effectively turns a remote workstation into a node on the network.

a) True

b) False

 

1115) PPTP and L2F differ in the type of encryption supported by each.

a) True

b) False

 

1116) LT2P requires costly hardware upgrades to implement.

a) True

b) False

 

1117) The process of verifying a user’s validity and authority on a system is called authentication.

 

1118) If an intruder poses as a technical support analyst and obtains a password to the network, he is using a strategy called social engineering.

 

1119) A denial-of-service attack occurs before or after a cracker has gained access to your system through the Internet? After

 

1120) A security attack in which an Internet user sends commands to another Internet user’s machine that cause the screen to fill with garbage characters is called flashing.

 

1121) A security attack in which an outside obtains internal IP addresses and then uses those addresses to pretend that he has authority to access a private network from the Internet is called IP spoofing.

 

1122) The first step in securing your network is devising a security policy.

 

1123) To understand an organization’s specific risks, a security audit should be conducted to identify vulnerabilities and the rate both the severity of each threat and its likelihood of occurring.

 

1124) One method that many large organizations use to provide physical security is to require authorized employees to wear electronic access badges.

 

1125) The figure shows a firewall protecting an internal LAN from Internet-based attacks.

 

1126) A screening (packet filtering) firewall examines the header of every packet of data that it receives to determine whether that type of packet is authorized to continue to its destination.

 

1127) To enhance the security of a firewall, combine it with a proxy service, which acts as an intermediary between the external the internal networks.

 

1128) A key-based encryption system for e-mail that uses a two-step process verification process is called PGP (Pretty Good Privacy).

 

1129) A random string of characters that is woven into the original data’s bits to generate a unique data block is called a

 

1130) A digital certificate is a password-protected and encrypted file that holds an individual’s identification information.

 

1131) If you trade stocks to purchase goods on the Web, you are most likely using Secure Sockets Layer (SSL).

 

1132) What is the difference between a hacker and a cracker? A hacker is someone who masters the inner workings of operating systems and utilities in an effort to better understand them, while a cracker is someone who uses his or her knowledge of operating systems and utilities to intentionally damage or destroy data or systems.

 

 

 

1133) Why shouldn’t you accept the default security options when installing an operating system or application? The danger of accepting defaults is the defaults are well known to crackers and give them some or all of the information that they need to access a system.

 

1134) What is the danger of a user Telenetting or FTPing to a site over the Internet? The danger is that his userid and password will be transmitted in plain text (unencrypted). Therefore, anyone monitoring the network can pick it up and use it to gain access to the system.

 

1135) Should you choose a password that appears in a directory? Why or why not? You should not use a password that appears in a dictionary. Crackers can use programs that try a combination of your user ID and every word in a dictionary to gain access to the network.

 

1136) What is tunneling? Tunneling is the process of encapsulating one protocol to make it appear as another type of protocol. Essentially, tunneling makes a protocol fit a type of network that it wouldn’t normally match.

 

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1137) Every project begins with identifying:

a)       A plan

b)       Participants

c)       A need

d)       Funding options

 

1138) Which of the following is a software package the facilitates project planning?

a)       Carbon copy

b)       Remedy

c)       Microsoft project

d)       Planner plus

 

1139) Dividing a project into specific tasks is called:

a)       Task breakdown

b)       Task division

c)       Task distribution

d)       Task planning

 

1140) When planning a project with seemingly impossible deadlines, one technique to try is:

a)       Add more milestones

b)       Determine the order in which tasks must be completed

c)       Work backwards to create the timeline

d)       All of the above

 

1141) Project plans may also provide information on:

a)       Amount of flexibility in the timeline

b)       Task priority

c)       Links to other project plans

d)       All of the above

 

 

 

 

 

1142) Which is true?

a)       Sponsors usually participate in project tasks

b)       Sponsors usually supervise the project manager

c)       Sponsors may assist with negotiating vendor contracts

d)       All of the above

 

1143) Which is not true about stakeholders?

a)       Stakeholders may be users who benefit from the project

b)       Stakeholders are not members of the project team

c)       Stakeholders may be executives who have responsibility for the budget

d)       All of the above

 

1144) Planning for and handling the steps needed to accomplish a goal in a systematic way is:

a)       Problem management

b)       Resource management

c)       Goal management

d)       Process management

 

1145) Which process wouldn’t be followed during a project’s implementation?

a)       Change

b)       Network

c)       Problem resolution

d)       Training

 

1146) Which would be a part of the training process?

a)       Identification of employees who can act as resources for a new employee in different subject areas.

b)       Notification of all affected customers if a problem hasn’t been resolved within 30 minutes

c)       Maintenance of a list of second-level support contacts

d)       Notification of potentially affected users at least 5 business days before a modification takes place

 

1147) What would be a good way to determine whether choosing switches over routers will improve your network’s performance?

a)       Use a pilot network

b)       Perform shadow testing

c)       How swap each component

d)       Use proper contingency planning

 

1148) The amount of preparation you perform for each contingency:

a)       Should be the same in all cases

b)       Should vary by cost

c)       Should be commensurate with the potential effects of the possibility

d)       Should ensure that even the smallest problem won’t occur

 

1149) Once a project is deemed feasible, what should the project team do next?

a)       Develop the problem resolution process

b)       Create a timeline for each task

c)       Plan for unforeseen circumstances

d)       Define project goals

 

1150) When conducting user interviews to clarify user requirements, one should:

a)       Never restate a user’s answer and run the risk of misrepresenting it

b)       Ask general questions and let users give as much information as they want

c)       Aim to guide users to a better articulation of their needs

d)       Be as subjective as possible

 

1151) Which is true about performance requirements on a network?

a)       Performance needs are easily quantifiable

b)       Performance needs are often identified by technical staff before customers experience slowdowns

c)       Methods for enhancing performance are easily agreed upon

d)       All of the above

 

1152) When determining availability requirements, which question would be most appropriate for management?

a)       What part of the application is most important to keep available

b)       Where do current availability flaws exist?

c)       What measures can boost current availability to your recommended percentage?

d)       How will availability improvements affect performance?

 

1153) When determining availability requirements, which question would be the most appropriate for technical staff?

a)       What is the cost of one hour of down time during business hours?

b)       Where are the network’s single points of failure?

c)       How much are you willing to spend to ensure that the network remains available for your ideal percentage of time?
D) What is your ideal availability percentage?

 

1154) When determining integration and scalability requirements, which question would be the most appropriate for management?

a)       How is the network’s growth currently limited?

b)       What needs to change to accommodate growth?

c)       Do you expect the number of users on the network to grow over the next 5 years?

d)       Where is the network’s growth currently limited?

 

1155) Which is not true about creating realistic and useful pilot networks?

a)       Do not connect the pilot network to a live network

b)       Try to emulate the number of segments, protocols, and addressing schemes that will be used in the final network.

c)       Test the pilot network for at least 2 days after it is configured

d)       Evaluate your testing results against the predefined test criteria and note where your results show success or failure

1156) The primary reason for network changes are:

a)       Integration or scalability needs

b)       Lowering of costs

c)       Improving process management

d)       Customer, performance, or security needs

 

1157) Identifying a needs always results in a project.

a)       True

b)       False

 

1158) Web sites, such as http://www.pmi.org/, offer many valuable resources for project managers.

a)       True

b)       False

 

1159) No matter how large or small the project, its project plan will contain some common elements.

a)       True

b)       False

 

1160) The project plan does not need to have accurate start and end dates for each task; they should be adjusted as the project progresses.

a)       True

b)       False

 

1161) When creating a timeline, allow extra time for any especially significant tasks.

a)       True

b)       False

 

1162) Most project planning software is very customizable, and one may add additional columns and insert any information that is deemed appropriate.

a)       True

b)       False

 

1163) The owner of a task performs the task and keeps others appraised of the task’s status.

a)       True

b)       False

 

1164) The human resources involved in a project may include employees from another organization.

a)       True

b)       False

 

1165) Once a project plan is in place it should not change throughout the life of the project.

a)       True

b)       False

 

1166) A project manager typically supervises everyone in the project.

a)       True

b)       False

 

1167) It is better to complete a project under budget than to continually appeal for more funding.

a)       True

b)       False

1168) Unlimited funding will guarantee smooth progress of the project.

a)       True

b)       False

 

1169) In a networking project, ordering more hardware components that you think you need in the beginning may help you handle any unforeseen problems during the implementation.

a)       True

b)       False

 

1170) One technique for creating project goals is to start with small, easily attainable goals and create larger and larger goals unitl you reach the final goal.

a)       True

b)       False

 

1171) In addition to being specific, project goals should be attainable.

a)       True

b)       False

 

1172) After conducting user interviews, you should collate the data, incorporate that data into the project plan, and then continue with the project plan.

a)       True

b)       False

 

1173) When determining availability requirements, one should interview technical staff to obtain the best insight about what types of availability are most important and why.

a)       True

b)       False

 

1174) 100% availability is possible, but it is extremely expensive.

a)       True

b)       False

 

1175) When evaluating security requirements, ask management staff how they would prioritize security improvements and how much they would be willing to pay to improve network and security systems.

a)       True

b)       False

 

1176) Other than size, a small-scale network used to evaluate a systems implementation should be identical to the larger network that it is standing for.

a)       True

b)       False

 

1177) The practice of managing resources, staff, budget, timelines, and other variables is called project management.

 

1178) In some project management software, the tasks that must be completed before other tasks can begin are called predecessors.

1179) Evaluating software, defining fields, and testing the software are subtasks for the larger tasks of obtaining a call tracking system.

 

1180) A dependency means that part of a project depends on another part.

 

1181) A popular method of depicting when projects begin and end along a horizontal timeline is a Gantt.

 

1182) Significant accomplishments in a project, that provide a quick indication of a project’s relative success or failure are called milestones.

 

1183) Managers or executives who believe in the concept of the project and agree to help obtain support and resources for it are sponsors.

 

1184) People affected by a proposed implementation, for better or worse are stakeholders.

 

1185) A project’s budget depends on its breadth and complexity.

 

1186) At the beginning of the project, the project manager should take responsibility for establishing the methods of communication.

 

1187) The process of identifying steps that will minimize the risk of unforeseen events that endanger the quality or timelines of the project’s goals is contingency planning.

 

1188) Once a project milestone has been reached, one should verify that he is on the right track by testing.

 

1189) A feasibility study should be performed before or after resources are committed to a large-scale project? Before

 

1190) The goal in performing a needs assessment is to decide whether the change is worthwhile and necessary.

 

1191) A small-scale network that stands for a larger network is sometimes called a pilot network.

 

1192) What comprise the resources in a project? Resources for a project are the staffing, materials, and the money needed to complete the project.

 

1193) List 4 benefits of communicating during a project? It is important to communicate to: 1. Ensure that a project’s goal are understood by all involved. 2. To keep a project’s timeline and budget on track. 3. To encourage teamwork among participants. 4. To allow you to learn from previous mistakes. 5. To prevent finger pointing. 6. To avoid duplication of efforts. 7, To prepare stakeholders for the effects of the change.

 

1194) Is creating a process sufficient to ensure success? Why or why not? In addition to creating a process, the process must be communicated to all participants, everyone must understand the process, and everyone must follow the process.

 

1195) Baselining is critical to network implementations for which two reasons? Baselining provides the basis for determining what types of changes might improve the network, and after the changes are made, how sucessful they were.

 

1196) What are 3 things one should explain to users related to a major network change? One should tell the users: 1. The nature of the change. 2. The timeline of the change. 3. How their access to the network will be affected. 4. How their data will be protected during the change. 5. Whether you will provide any means for users to access the network during the change. 6. Whether the change will require users to learn new skills.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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