Network Hardware and Cable Flashcard

Front

Which of the following cable types is most commonly used for Ethernet networks? Coaxial Cable, Twisted Pair Cable, Fiber Optic Cable, HDMI Cable

Back

Twisted Pair Cable

Front

What is the maximum length for a Cat 6 Ethernet cable to maintain optimal performance?

Back

100 meters

Front

Which network device is used to connect multiple devices on a local area network (LAN) and uses MAC addresses to forward data to the correct destination?

Back

Switch

Front

Which type of cable is immune to electromagnetic interference (EMI) and is often used for long-distance data transmission? Options: Twisted Pair Cable, Coaxial Cable, Fiber Optic Cable, USB Cable

Back

Fiber Optic Cable

Front

What is the primary function of a router in a network?

Back

To route data between different networks

Front

Which of the following is a characteristic of a Cat 5e cable compared to a Cat 5 cable? Lower data transfer rate, Higher resistance to crosstalk, Shorter maximum length, Less flexibility

Back

Higher resistance to crosstalk

Front

What type of connector is typically used with fiber optic cables?

Back

SC

Front

Which network hardware component is responsible for converting digital signals from a computer into signals suitable for a transmission medium?

Back

Modem

Front

What is the primary advantage of using a fiber optic cable over a copper cable?

Back

Higher bandwidth and longer distance

Front

Which of the following is a common use for a coaxial cable in networking? Connecting a computer to a switch, Connecting a modem to a cable internet service, Connecting a router to a fiber optic network, Connecting a printer to a network

Back

Connecting a modem to a cable internet service