1.1 Network Fundamentals Flashcard

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What is a key difference between a local area network (LAN) and a wide area network (WAN)?

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LANs cover small areas, while WANs cover large geographic areas

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Why are businesses and enterprise networks typically client-server?

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Because client-server networks allow for centralized management and security of services and resources.

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Who is responsible for the provision, management, and security of services and resources in a P2P network?

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Each client

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A Personal Area Network (PAN) is best described as:

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A network centered around an individual and their personal devices

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Suppose a company wants to connect thousands of users within its central office. Which type of network would be most suitable? Options: Local Area Network (LAN), Metropolitan Area Network (MAN), Wide Area Network (WAN), Personal Area Network (PAN)

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Local Area Network (LAN)

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What is a common function of wireless LAN equipment in a network?

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It serves as a bridge between the wireless network and the wired network

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Why might organizations use a WAN instead of just a LAN?

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To connect multiple LANs that are in different geographic locations.

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Which network topology connects each node to every other node?

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MESH Topology

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In a star topology, what do individual devices have?

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A dedicated connection to a central hub

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In a ring topology, how many devices can communicate at a time?

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Only one device can communicate at a time.