Networking 1 Chapter 6 Test

Multiple computers configured to be able to communicate and share information with each other form a ____________.

• Network

• Commune

• Family

• Group

Kris recently subscribed to a cable Internet provider. Which of the following devices is needed to convert the signal received on the coax cable to data that can be understood by a computer?

• Router

• Modem

• Switch

• Server

Which of the following refers to digital content that is delivered over the internet?

• TCP/IP suite

• World wide web

• ISP

• Network

Employees complain to the company IT division that they are spending considerable time and effort discarding unwanted junk email. Which of the following should be implemented?

• Multifactor authentication

• Firewall

• Email filtering

• Antivirus

Which of the following is the best definition for a LAN?

• A network in a small geographic area, like in an office.

• A network whose computers and servers are separated geographically but still connected.

• The interconnection of components, such as laptops, printers, keyboards, and other wireless devices within a personal range (typically 10 meters or less).

• An extension of a private network over a shared or public network, such as the Internet

Which of the following components is NOT required to create a network?

• Network media

• Wireless adapter

• Network interfaces

• Computer systems

Which network type uses light pulses to transmit data?

• Fiber optic

• Cable

• Wireless

• Satellite

A technician is tasked to prepare a conference room so that at least 20 guests will be able to wirelessly connect laptop computers to the company network. Which of the following network devices would be the BEST choice for this connectivity?

• Access point

• Firewall

• Router

• Switch

What is the term for software that anyone can use or modify for free?

• Read-write software

• Open-source software

• Linux software

• Proprietary software

A technician is checking a customer's wireless network performance and has determined it was using 802.11g. The technician's recommendation is for the customer to upgrade to 802.11ac. Which of the following is the BEST reason to upgrade?

• Less attenuation

• Improved performance

• More overlapping channels

• 802.11g uses older technology