Network configuration and maintenance

To log onto a network, what do you usually need?

• A user ID and password

• A fast connection

• Specialist software

Which of these statements is TRUE about a LAN?

• A LAN connects computers in a small area such as an office

• A modem is needed to connect a computer to a LAN

• A LAN consists of only one computer

What is a server in a computer network?

• Someone who manages the network

• The name for a large number of computer cables

• A powerful computer that provides a service, such as centralized file storage

Which of the following networks is LEAST likely to be a WAN?

• The Internet

• A school network

• A network of bank cash dispensers

What is a data collision?

• When two devices on a network transmit data at the same time

• When one device on a network transmits data

• When two devices on a network transmit at separate times

One of my workstations has gone down and my entire network has gone down. Which topology am I using?

• Ring
• Star
• Bus

Which device filters data packets and only sends to those that require the data?

• Router
• Switch
• Hub
• WAP

What does Firewall Do?

• Prevents Hackers
• Install Viruses
• Give you SD cards
• Blocks all content

A Proxy Server

• filters web content requests like URL, domain, media, etc.

• is placed in front of web servers to hide, protect, offload and distribute access to web servers

• probes a computer for open ports

What is the purpose of anti-malware software?

• To prevent malicious software from infecting your device

• To stop hackers

• To prevent spam emails

• To protect you from scams