Networking Ch 11 Quiz Review

Match the description with the correct term

• Network traffic congestion

• Latency

• Time from point A to point B

• Throughput

• Round-trip time

• Bandwidth

• Network traffic capacity

• Bottleneck

Answer explanation

A protocol designed for managing complex networks.

• Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP)

• Border Gateway Protocol (BGP)

• Linked Systems Management Protocol (LSMP)

• Simple Network Administration Protocol (SNAP)

Answer explanation

A protocol is a set of rules that allow two or more devices to communicate with each other.

A protocol for managing complex networks is designed to allow devices to communicate with each other in a way that is efficient and reliable.

SNMP lets network hosts exchange configuration and status information. This information is gathered by management software to monitor and manage the network and network events.

A(n) (a)   is a software process that runs on managed network devices. It communicates information to the manager and can send dynamic messages to it as well.

• agent
• transmitter
• post
• messenger

Answer explanation

An agent is a software process that runs on managed network devices. It communicates information to the manager and can send dynamic messages to it as well.

Reorder the following steps in the SNMP process.

• Agents send data to an SNMP manager

• The manager displays an overview of the network status.

• Install SNMP agents

• The manager aggregates information

Answer explanation

A standard for system logging where any device can send messages about the status of events a device, operating system, or application.

• System Logging Protocol

• Cassandra

• Keylogger

• Alert Manager

Answer explanation

System Logging Protocol is a set of rules that dictate how messages are formatted and sent. A logging standard allows different devices to communicate with each other and report events in a standardized way. This makes it easier to track and diagnose problems.

How many severity levels are there for system log files?

• 8

• 3

• 10

• Infinite

Answer explanation

A(n) (a)   is a device that captures data that is being transmitted on a network and saves it for later analysis.

• packet sniffer
• spybot
• spider
• data detector

Answer explanation

A packet sniffer is a device that captures data that is being transmitted on a network and saves it for later analysis.

Wireshark is a packet sniffing application on your computer. Try it out!

What network monitoring tool handles the information in the image to the left?

• Network Interface Monitor

• IPstatus

• SysMon

• Cisco Network Monitor

Answer explanation

Which of the following provides a layout of all electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and networking wiring and components?

• Floor plan

• Wiring diagram

• Network diagram

• Rack diagram

A ​ (a)   backup backs up all files from a computer's file system (regardless of whether the file's archive bit is set or not).

• full
• incremental
• differential
• remote