What does LAN stand for?

• Local Area Network

• Large Access Node

• Line Area Network

• Logical Access Network

Which connector is commonly used for Ethernet cables?

• RJ-11

• RJ-45

• RJ-48

• RJ-59

What category of cable is most used for LAN?

• Cat 3

• Cat 5e

• Cat 6

• Cat 7

Why is twisted pair cabling used in LAN?

• To increase cable cost

• To reduce interference

• To shorten cable length

• To slow data transmission

Which wiring standard is most commonly used in LAN cabling?

• EIA/TIA-568A

• EIA/TIA-568B

• IEEE-802.3

• ISO-OSI

What is the difference between straight-through and crossover cables?

• Connector shape

• Color coding

• Length of wires

• Type of shielding

Which tool should you use first when preparing a LAN cable?

• Cable tester

• Crimping tool

• Punch-down tool

• Wire stripper

You are tasked to connect a computer directly to another computer. Which cable should you use?

• Crossover cable

• Fiber optic cable

• Straight-through cable

• Shielded cable

Which of the following best explains why UTP cables are more common than coaxial cables?

• Faster than fiber optic

• Uses wireless technology

• More resistant to interference

• Easier installation and cheaper cost

A computer cannot connect to the Network. The cable tester shows no light on pins 1 and 2. What could be wrong?

• Broken wire pair

• Loose RJ-45 clip

• Wrong cable length

• Incorrect punch-down