NET+ Quiz Part 29

What is the purpose of MAC address filtering in wireless security?

• To increase the speed of the network

• To limit access to only specified hosts

• To enhance the signal strength

• To reduce the power consumption

Answer explanation

To limit access to only specified hosts

What is a recommended practice for antenna placement to avoid signal attenuation?

• Placing access points near metal objects

• Placing access points near the ground

• Placing access points in the center of the area to be served

• Placing access points outside the building

Answer explanation

Placing access points in the center of the area to be served helps to avoid signal attenuation by ensuring better coverage and reducing interference from obstacles.

What is the process of keeping some devices from communicating with others on a wireless network called?

• MAC filtering

• Signal attenuation

• Isolation

• Power level control

Answer explanation

The process of keeping some devices from communicating with others on a wireless network is called isolation.

What is the purpose of preshared keys in the authentication process?

• To increase the network speed

• To apply keyed security measures before communication

• To enhance the signal strength

• To reduce the power consumption

Answer explanation

To apply keyed security measures before communication

What is the default setting for older APs in terms of authentication?

• Shared key authentication

• Open authentication

• WPA-PSK

• WPA2 Personal

Answer explanation

The default setting for older APs in terms of authentication is Open authentication.

What is required for a client to communicate with an AP in shared key mode?

• Only the SSID

• Correct WEP key

• WPA-PSK

• WPA2 Personal

Answer explanation

To communicate with an AP in shared key mode, the client needs the correct WEP key. This key is essential for authentication and encryption purposes.

What does WPA-PSK stand for?

• Wi-Fi Protected Access with Preshared Key

• Wireless Protected Access with Preshared Key

• Wi-Fi Protected Authentication with Preshared Key

• Wireless Protected Authentication with Preshared Key

Answer explanation

Wi-Fi Protected Access with Preshared Key is the correct expansion of WPA-PSK.

What is one implementation of WPA known as?

• WPA-PSK

• WPA2 Personal

• WPA2 Enterprise

• WPA3

Answer explanation

One implementation of WPA is known as WPA2 Personal, making it the correct choice among the options provided.

What technology is commonly used to create a virtual geographic boundary?

• Bluetooth

• Wi-Fi

• GPS

• NFC

Answer explanation

GPS technology is commonly used to create a virtual geographic boundary by providing accurate location information.

What is a geofence?

• A physical barrier

• A virtual geographic boundary

• A type of wireless network

• A security protocol

Answer explanation

A geofence is a virtual geographic boundary, not a physical barrier, wireless network, or security protocol.