ICT169 Super Session long answers

Describe the difference between straight-through and crossover Ethernet cables.

Identify when it would be appropriate to use each type of cable.

WiFi standards operating at 5GHz - such as 802.11n and 802.11ac - typically experience higher throughput and less contention.

Describe how 5GHz WiFi achieves these properties, and what drawbacks exist to using these standards over WiFi operating at 2.4GHz.

Confidentiality and Integrity are considered two key aspects of security, and are part of the CIA triangle. Describe these aspects of security, and use an example to differentiate between them.

Describe the key differences between Ethernet hubs and Ethernet switches.

Describe the advantages of Link-State routing protocols over Distance Vector routing protocols in relation to network convergence.