NET+ Quiz Part 30

What is one of the most practiced duties of network administrators?

• Network design

• Preventive maintenance

• Troubleshooting

• Software development

Answer explanation

One of the most practiced duties of network administrators is troubleshooting, which involves identifying and resolving issues within the network infrastructure.

Which CompTIA Network+ objectives does Chapter 10 cover?

• 4.1, 4.3, and 4.5

• 5.1, 5.3, and 5.5

• 6.1, 6.3, and 6.5

• 7.1, 7.3, and 7.5

Answer explanation

Chapter 10 covers CompTIA Network+ objectives 5.1, 5.3, and 5.5, which are reflected in the correct answer choice.

What does this chapter focus on in addition to troubleshooting best practices?

• Network design principles

• Software development tools

• Tools and utilities for troubleshooting

• Network security protocols

Answer explanation

The chapter focuses on tools and utilities for troubleshooting, in addition to troubleshooting best practices.

What is necessary regardless of how well a network is designed and maintained?

• Regular updates

• Troubleshooting

• Network expansion

• User training

Answer explanation

Troubleshooting is necessary regardless of how well a network is designed and maintained to address and resolve any issues that may arise.

What must network administrators and technicians develop according to the text?

• Network design skills

• Preventive maintenance schedules

• Troubleshooting skills

• Software development skills

Answer explanation

Network administrators and technicians must develop troubleshooting skills according to the text.

What are the key sources from which you can gain information about a computer problem?

• The computer (logs and error messages), the computer user, and your own observation

• The internet, the computer user, and your own observation

• The computer (logs and error messages), the internet, and your own observation

• The computer (logs and error messages), the computer user, and the internet

Answer explanation

The key sources to gain information about a computer problem are the computer (logs and error messages), the computer user, and your own observation.

What is the final step in the network troubleshooting methodology CompTIA expects test takers to follow?

• Identify the problem

• Document the findings, actions, outcomes, and lessons learned

• Gather information

• Duplicate the problem

Answer explanation

The final step in the network troubleshooting methodology CompTIA expects test takers to follow is to document the findings, actions, outcomes, and lessons learned.

Which of the following is NOT a part of the initial step in network troubleshooting?

• Gather information

• Question users

• Identify symptoms

• Implement a solution

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'Implement a solution' because it is NOT a part of the initial step in network troubleshooting, which involves gathering information, questioning users, and identifying symptoms.

What is the purpose of following specific steps in network troubleshooting?

• To increase the complexity of the process

• To reduce the time it takes to isolate and fix a problem

• To ensure the problem is ignored

• To make the process more confusing

Answer explanation

To reduce the time it takes to isolate and fix a problem

What is the second step in the troubleshooting process?

• Identify the problem

• Establish a theory of probable cause

• Test the theory to determine the cause

• Implement the solution or escalate as necessary

Answer explanation

The second step in the troubleshooting process is to establish a theory of probable cause, which helps in narrowing down the possible reasons for the issue before moving on to testing and implementing solutions.