5AB-INT-Chapter 2

What is the function of the kernel of an operating system?

• It provides a user interface that allows users to request a specific task.

• The kernel links the hardware drivers with the underlying electronics of a computer.

• It is an application that allows the initial configuration of a Cisco device.

• The kernel provisions hardware resources to meet software requirements.

To a session contents private when establishing remote CLI connectivity with a switch to manage it. Which access method should be chosen?

• Telnet

• Console

• SSH

• AUX

Which procedure is used to access a Cisco 2960 switch when performing an initial configuration in a secure environment?

• Use Telnet to remotely access the switch through the network.

• Use the console port to locally access the switch from a serial or USB interface of the PC.

• Use Secure Shell to remotely access the switch through the network​.

• Use the AUX port to locally access the switch from a serial or USB interface of the PC.

Which command or key combination allows a user to return to the previous level in the command hierarchy?

• end

• exit

• Ctrl-Z

• Ctrl-C

Which function is provided to users by the context-sensitive help feature of the Cisco IOS CLI?

• providing an error message when a wrong command is submitted

• displaying a list of all available commands within the current mode

• allowing the user to complete the remainder of an abbreviated command with the TAB key

• selecting the best command to accomplish a task

Which information does the show startup-config command display?​

• the IOS image copied into RAM

• the bootstrap program in the ROM

• the contents of the current running configuration file in the RAM

• the contents of the saved configuration file in the NVRAM

Why is it important to configure a hostname on a device?

• a Cisco router or switch only begins to operate when its hostname is set

• a hostname must be configured before any other parameters

• to identify the device during remote access (SSH or telnet)

• to allow local access to the device through the console port

Which host name follow the guidelines for naming conventions on Cisco IOS devices?

• Branch2!

• RM-3-Switch-2A4

• Floor(15)

• HO Floor 17

How does the service password-encryption command enhance password security on Cisco routers and switches?

• It encrypts passwords as they are sent across the network.

• It encrypts passwords that are stored in router or switch configuration files.

• It requires that a user type encrypted passwords to gain console access to a router or switch.

• It requires encrypted passwords to be used when connecting remotely to a router or switch with Telnet.

Which statement is true about the running configuration file in a Cisco IOS device?

• It affects the operation of the device immediately when modified.

• It is stored in NVRAM.

• It should be deleted using the erase running-config command.

• It is automatically saved when the router reboots.