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Midterm Exam - Modules 1-6

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Imagine you are working on a computer with a 64-bit bus. What does this mean?

It means that the computer can transmit 64 bits of data at one time from the processor to RAM or to other motherboard components.

It means that the computer uses an archive format in which Android applications are packaged that allows third-party or custom programs to be installed directly, without going through the storefront interface.

It means that the computer is part of an organization formed in 2005 by the five major credit card companies in an effort to protect account numbers, expiration dates, and magnetic strip and chip data for transactions around the globe. The PCI Council partners with organizations, including NIST, to develop standards and security procedures around these transactions.

It means that the computer uses a storage system made of of 64 bit blocks.

John is working on his computer and comes across the term 'buffered memory'. What does it mean?

It refers to a type of memory chip that has a control chip built into the module. The control chip assists the memory controller in managing large quantities of RAM.

It is a head-mounted device that provides a separate image for each eye and that typically includes head-motion and eye-motion tracking sensors. These devices are also output devices that deliver video and audio to the wearer.

It is electronic mail; a store-and-forward method of sending, storing, and retrieving electronic messages across a network.

It is a digital cellular technology used for transmitting mobile voice and data services.

Imagine you are building a computer and you come across the term 'clock multiplier'. What does it refer to?

A Windows Registry key that contains data about the time and date.

A biometric input device used to identify a person based on their fingerprint.

The speed ratio between a computer's front-side bus and the CPU.

A standard type of interface used to connect some hard drives and optical drives to each other and to the motherboard.

You are asked to explain the term 'clock speed'. How would you describe it?

It's the speed at which data travels through the bus, measured in MHz or GHz.

It's the speed a message travels over social media.

It's the speed in which an image is sent to a monitor by a video adapter card.

It's the port speed of a port used to connect peripheral devices such as printers, scanners, and portable drives to a computer.

Imagine you are building a computer. What would you call the system of wires that carries data between the computer components?

Data bus

Ping

Platform as a Service (PaaS)

Critical Event

Imagine you are studying computer architecture and you come across the term 'front-side bus (FSB)'. What does it refer to?

Is it a type of wearable that includes a microprocessor, a special operating system, and apps. Sensors in the smartwatch can gather data about various aspects of the body, such as heart rate, and use Bluetooth to report this information to another device, such as a smartphone?

Is it the path between the CPU and the Northbridge?

Is it the username that is used to log into a mail or other server and the account password?

Is it a cable that is used to connect external SATA drives. An eSATA port has a key feature to prevent inadvertent insertion of a USB connector?

You found a small card labeled 'microSD' while cleaning your room. What is it?

A type of removable flash memory card used for storing information mostly in mobile phones and other mobile devices.

A card that allows a keyboard and mouse to connect to USB ports.

It contains a UEFI security standard that ensures that the system firmware stops any digitally unsigned drivers from loading and also helps stop malicious software.

A device that processes and transfers data and settings.

Imagine you are setting up a computer network in your office. You come across a device called a network interface card (NIC). What is this device?

It's a tool that is used to remove an undesirable Windows setting and that can be used to install and configure the same OS on multiple computers and prepare the OS with different hardware configurations.

It's a message indicating that a Microsoft Event Viewer security event has been successful. For example, a successful logon from a user triggers an event with this level.

It's a process used on iOS devices to remove manufacturer restrictions and make it possible to run arbitrary user code and grant users full access to the file system and full access to kernel modules.

It's a device that provides a physical connection to a network using a network cable.

You are on a vacation and you want to transfer your photos from your camera to your laptop. You need a device that is ultra-small, has flash memory and is designed for use in portable devices such as cameras, MP3 players, and laptops to provide high-capacity memory in a small form factor. What is this device called?

HDD

SD card

CD-ROM

DVD +R

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You are working on a computer hardware project and you come across the term 'serial bus'. What does it refer to in this context?

It refers to a card that adds additional internal and external SATA ports to a computer through a single PCI Express slot.

It refers to a channel that sends a bit at a time at a much faster rate than would a parallel bus.

It refers to a hardware device that takes the data processed from input and passes on the information for use.

It refers to a process that involves checking the integrity of files and folders by scanning the hard disk surface for physical errors.

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Imagine you are working on a computer and you come across a component called 'Transistor'. What could this be?

Could it be a device that allows for the expansion of internal and external drives for a computer system and that can be integrated or added as an expansion card?

Could it be a Windows file used on a client machine to prepare the hard drive and install the OS from the server over the network?

Could it be a semiconductor whose state changes from on to off or off to on, generating a small amount of heat. The amount of heat generated increases as the speed of the processor increases. When the processor becomes too hot, it begins to produce errors?

Could it be a protocol that enables devices to dynamically add themselves to a network without the need for user intervention or configuration?

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Imagine you are working on a computer and you come across the term 'unbuffered memory'. What does it refer to?

It refers to the conventional memory in a computer. The computer reads data directly from the memory banks, making unbuffered memory faster than buffered memory.

It refers to the central part of a laser printer, which is a metal cylinder that is coated with light-sensitive insulating material. When a beam of laser light strikes the drum, it becomes a conductor at the point where the light hits it.

It refers to Windows Visual Basic Scripting Edition; a scripting language developed by Microsoft.

It refers to a type of encoding that ensures the integrity of a message.

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aspect ratio

A device that electronically captures a person's signature.

An interface that allows the operating system to control power management. Replaces Advanced Power Management (APM). Allows technicians to create power management schemes to get the best performance from a laptop.

A snapshot that contains information about a computer's operating system, installed programs, and Registry settings.

The horizontal to vertical measurement of the viewing area of a monitor.

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blackout

A reduction in power.

An overload of power.

A complete loss of AC power.

A measurement of the difference in intensity of light between the brightest point (white) and the darkest point (black).

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boot loader

A card that provides additional USB ports to connect a computer to peripheral devices.

A program that is configured to locate and load an operating system from the boot device.

A drive that makes it possible to access a single file, specific folders, or an entire drive between different operating systems over a network.

The electronic version of PHI, which includes patient names, addresses, dates of visits, telephone and fax numbers, and email addresses.

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centronics connector

A newer connector type that connects android OS smart devices to PCs.

A cell phone connector that supports faster data speeds as well as full-motion video, streaming music, 3D gaming, and faster web browsing.

A motherboard connector that shows the computer's status during the POST.

A connector used for connecting older external SCSI devices such as scanners and printers. This connector came in 36-pin and 50-pin versions.

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Coaxial cable

Adds additional internal and external SATA ports to a computer through a single PCI Express slot.

A type of attack in which an attacker pretends to be someone they are not (such as a new employee, a fellow employee, a vendor or partner company employee) to gain the trust of a victim.

Is enclosed in a sheath or jacket and can be terminated with a variety of connectors.

A Cisco-proprietary cable that connects to email servers.

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complementary metal-oxide semiconductor (CMOS)

A Windows image stored on an internal (often hidden) partition that can be used to restore Windows to its original state when it was shipped from the factory.

A network that uses physical media such as copper cables to transfer data between connected devices.

RAM that uses a battery to ensure that it maintains its settings while the computer is turned off.

Software tools specifically designed to overwrite existing data multiple times, rendering the data unreadable.

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CPU virtualization

A language that differs from a compiled language in that each line is interpreted and then executed when the script is run.

A tool used to identify problems that keep Windows from starting correctly.

A hardware feature supported by AMD and Intel CPUs that enables a single processor to act as multiple processors. This hardware virtualization technology allows the operating system to support virtualization more effectively and efficiently than is possible through software emulation.

A Windows Control Panel item that allows you to change the format of numbers, currencies, dates, and times.

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Digital Visual Interface (DVI)

A technology for transmitting uncompressed digital video. A DVI connector consists of as many as 24 pins (3 rows of 8 pins) for digital signals, up to 4 pins for analog signals, and a flat pin called a ground bar.

A command used to create a new file system for a disk. It requires Administrator privileges.

A software program that performs general system tasks, such as controlling RAM, prioritizing the processing, controlling input and output devices, and managing files.

A password that provides access to the BIOS based on a defined level such as full access, limited access, view only access, and no access.

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execute disable (NX) bit

Software that is usually distributed with downloads of online software. It can display unsolicited advertising using pop-up web browser windows or new toolbars, or it may unexpectedly redirect the user from a web page to a different website. Pop-up windows may be difficult to control as new windows can pop up faster than the user can close them.

A card that allows for high-speed connection of peripherals such as hard drives, RAID arrays, and network interfaces and that can transmit high-definition video using the DisplayPort protocol.

A technology used in CPUs to protect areas of memory that contain operating system files from malicious attacks by malware.

A 6-pin connector used for connecting a keyboard and mouse.

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frames per second (FPS)

An option that starts Windows in Safe mode with networking support.

A network that uses physical media such as copper cables to transfer data between connected devices.

A security feature that is used to find a lost or stolen device.

How many times the computer is creating each frame.

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High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI)

Service Location Protocol; a protocol that allows computers and other devices to locate services on a LAN without previous configuration.

Hardware or software that protects computers and networks by preventing undesirable traffic from entering internal networks.

A command used to test connections between computers that works by sending an ICMP echo request and receiving an ICMP echo reply message to confirm connectivity.

A digital interface used to transmit audio and video data in a single cable.

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hyper-threading

A process in which data is transformed using a complicated algorithm to make it unreadable. A special key must be used to turn the unreadable information back into readable data.

A process in which multiple pieces of code (threads) are executed simultaneously in the CPU.

File Transfer Protocol; a protocol used to transfer files between computers that is considered insecure.

Malware used by cybercriminals to gain administrator account-level access to a computer.

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master boot record (MBR)

A command used to display and connect to network resources.

A kind of boot sector that is stored on a hard disk drive or other storage device that contains the necessary computer code to start the boot process.

In the CLI, a shortcut that moves through the previously entered commands.

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Mirroring

A RAID type that stores duplicate data on one or more other drives.

A file system that supports partition sizes up to 2 TB or 2048 GB and that is used by Windows XP and earlier OS versions.

Any data that could potentially identify a specific individual.

In the CLI, a symbol for sending the output of a command to a file.

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native mode

When the image sent to a monitor by a video adapter card matches the native resolution of the monitor.

A thumbnail image of a running program that is viewed by hovering the mouse over the program icon on the taskbar.

In Windows, the primary place to locate all the applications installed on the computer, a list of recently opened documents, and a list of other elements, such as the search feature, Help and Support, and Control Panel.

A type of secure lock that is unlocked using a biometric scanner such as a thumbprint reader.

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noise

The term used to describe the official procedures employed by those who are qualified to collect evidence.

A phase of a disaster recovery plan in which you create a verification process to prove that the disaster recovery strategy works.

Interference, such as EMI or RFI, that causes unclean power and that may cause errors in a computer system.

A laser printer component that is made up of hot rollers that melt toner into the paper.

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Parity

A tab in Windows System Configuration that is used to display a list of services that are started with the operating system. Allows services running on the computer to be enabled or disabled and can be used to prevent individual services from being loaded on boot for troubleshooting purposes.

One of the oldest physical science laboratories in the United States.

The error-checking bit in the type of RAID that provides basic error checking and fault tolerance.

A powerful command line utility in Windows that offers many advanced features, such as scripting and automation.

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pixel

The operating system of a host computer. Users can use a virtualization emulator on the host OS to create and manage VMs.

Picture element; a tiny dot capable of displaying the shades red, green, and blue (RGB).

A device that provides a physical connection to a network using a network cable.

A collection of transistors interconnected by wires.

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power-on self-test (POST)

A Windows setting that enables you to save your data in a file with an extension such as .prn. Print to file can now save in other formats.

A standard interface that connects peripheral devices to a computer; these devices are hot swappable, which means users can connect and disconnect the devices while the computer is powered on.

Remote Authentication Dial-in User Service; an AAA server that performs the authentication on behalf of network devices. The network devices do not store and validate user credentials directly but instead pass the request to the AAA server and forward the response to the user.

The hardware check that the BIOS performs on the main components of a computer at boot.

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redundant array of independent disks (RAID)

A scheme that provides a way to store data across multiple hard disks for redundancy.

A network profile in Windows that allows the user to customize the sharing options. This profile is for use on trusted networks, and the PC is discoverable by other devices.

A tool that deletes all data from a mobile device and returns it to a factory state.

The material used in 3D printers to create objects.

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refresh rate

The number of times per second an image on a monitor is rebuilt. A higher refresh rate produces a better image.

A utility used to create the setup answer file when customizing a standard Windows 10 installation.

Questions that allow customers to explain the details of a problem in their own words.

An access attack in which the attacker attempts to manipulate individuals into performing actions or divulging confidential information.

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resolution

A device used in coding to repeat commands or tasks.

A command line utility developed by Microsoft that allows users who are comfortable with scripting languages to transfer files and settings between Windows PCs.

Digital Subscriber Line; an always-on service that connect to the Internet. With DSL, voice and data signals are carried on different frequencies on the copper telephone wires.

The number of horizontal and vertical pixels in a monitor.

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shielded twisted-pair (STP)

A two-pair wiring medium used primarily with Token Ring networks. STP cabling has a layer of shielded insulation to reduce electromagnetic interference (EMI).

Also known as an RJ-45 or 8P8C, a port that has 8 pins and connects hardware devices to a network.

An in-person attack in which an attacker rummages through trash bins to discover confidential documents.

A Windows protocol that allows the OS to browse the update site and select updates for download and installation.

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striping

A RAID method that involves writing data across multiple drives.

The step in the change management process that determines the steps to complete and how to test the results.

In Windows, the Control Panel item that provides the means to change the system time and date.

A port for connecting a monitor cable to a computer.

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Trusted Platform Module (TPM)

A newer Bluetooth technology geared toward devices that have limited power and that do not need high data transfer rates; has four different data rates to accommodate a variety of transmission ranges.

A specialized chip installed on a motherboard and designed to secure hardware by storing encryption keys, digital certificates, passwords, and data.

A large surface area with metal fins installed on top of the CPU to dissipate heat into the surrounding air and draw heat away from the CPU core.

A command used to power off a local or remote computer.

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unshielded twisted-pair (UTP)

A four-pair wire medium used in a variety of networks. UTP is rated in categories, with higher categories providing the best performance and highest bandwidth.

A standard for connecting peripheral and storage devices. It is a bus technology, meaning that all devices connect to a central bus and are daisy-chained together.

The number of colors to display, or the bit depth; the higher the bit depth, the greater the number of colors.

In the CLI, a shortcut that moves through the previously entered commands.

39.

cloud storage

In a virtual machine, the memory needed for the host OS to meet the requirements of each VM and its guest OS.

A two-part tool used to trace the remote end of a cable for testing and troubleshooting. The tone generator applies a tone to the wire to be tested.

Authentication that uses a combination of different technologies, such as a password, a smart card, and biometrics, to authenticate a user.

Online storage that is accessed over the Internet.

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data backup

The operating system and programs that run on a computer system.

A location in an OS that keeps code isolated from other resources and other code.

A copy of the data on a computer hard drive that is saved to another storage device or to cloud storage.

A simple text file written in a scripting language to automate processes and tasks on an operating system.

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Device Manager

An Android setting that defines the format of the home screens and the look and feel of icons, buttons, the color scheme, and animations.

A Windows utility that displays a list of all the devices installed in the computer and that allows you to diagnose and resolve device problems.

The light transmission element at the center of optical fiber.

A snapshot that contains information about a computer's operating system, installed programs, and Registry settings.

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Event Viewer

A network location profile in HomeGroup in which the HomeGroup is not available.

A Windows component that shows the history of application, security, and Windows system events.

A security auditing event enabled in Windows Group Policy (in an Active Directory environment) or Local Security Policy (for a single computer). It is triggered by failed attempts at computer login.

A Windows utility that provides a detailed view of all the printers that are available to a computer.

43.

Task Manager

An older Bluetooth technology with limited capabilities, high power consumption, and a data transfer rate of 24 Mbps.

A connector form factor that is rectangular with small indentations on each side and that is replacing the mini-USB form factor.

A Windows permission for files and folders that allows users to see the content of a file or folder, change and delete existing files and folders, create new files and folders, and run programs in a folder.

A Windows utility that provides a high level of information about how a system is operating, including displaying what programs are running on the computer, the overall resource usage, and detailed statistics about each process.

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Reorder the following troubleshooting steps:

Identify the Problem

Establish a Theory of Probable Cause

Test the Theory to Determine the Cause

Establish a Plan of Action to Resolve the Problem and Implement the Solution

Verify Full Functionality and, If Applicable, Implement Preventive Measures

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Hub

A device that extends the reach of a network by regenerating the electrical signal. It also receives data on one port and then sends it out to all other active ports. Hubs are legacy devices that do not segment network traffic and should not be used in today's networks.

The Windows installation program, which can perform an in-place upgrade and automatically preserve all data, settings, applications, and drivers from the existing operating system version or a clean Windows OS installation.

A generic name for an all-in-one security appliance. UTMs include all the functionality of an IDS/IPS as well as stateful firewall services.

A command used to move a file or directory from one directory to another.

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Integrated Services Digital Network (ISDN)

A broadband standard that uses multiple channels to send voice, video, and data over normal telephone wires.

A fact sheet that summarizes information about material identification, including hazardous ingredients that can affect personal health, fire hazards, and first-aid requirements.

A technology by which modern smartphones use the Internet to transport voice calls by taking advantage of a local Wi-Fi hotspot.

Heavy-gauge cable that has insulation and shielding and is tuned for high-bandwidth, high-frequency applications such as Internet, cable TV, and satellite TV signals.

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intermediary devices

A cable that can be plugged in in either direction and that is used with mobile devices to connect to an electrical outlet charger or to connect to another device, such as when connecting a smartphone to a laptop in order to charge and/or transfer data.

Devices that exist in between host devices to ensure that data flows from one host device to another host device.

A Windows utility that displays a list of all the devices installed in the computer and that allows you to diagnose and resolve device problems.

The process in which two Bluetooth devices establish a connection to share resources.

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intrusion detection system (IDS)

A small microchip that is responsible for interpreting and executing commands.

A system that passively monitors traffic on a network.

An attack in which an attacker has successfully infected a host to accept false DNS records pointing to malicious servers.

A circuit board that contains buses, or electrical pathways, that interconnect electronic components.

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intrusion prevention system (IPS)

The light transmission element at the center of optical fiber.

The operating system and programs that run on a computer system.

A cell phone generation that supports web browsing, short audio and video clips, games, and application and ring tone downloads.

A system that monitors incoming and outgoing traffic, looking for malware and network attack signatures. If it recognizes a threat, it can immediately stop it.

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near field communication (NFC)

A communication protocol that enables two electronic devices to establish communication when they are close to each other.

A Windows group that people can use to access a computer through a temporary profile that is created at logon and deleted on logoff. Guest accounts are disabled by default.

Dividing a program into smaller parts that can be loaded as needed by the operating system. Multithreading allows individual programs to be multitasked.

A phase of a disaster recovery plan in which you review the plan and ensure that information in the plan is kept up to date to ensure that critical services will be restored in the event of a disaster.

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power over Ethernet (PoE)

An expansion slot available on some laptops to add functionality. The expansion slot is 34 mm wide and 75 mm long.

Also known as an RJ-45 or 8P8C, a port that has 8 pins and connects hardware devices to a network.

A Windows utility that allows files to be edited from multiple Windows devices.

A method for powering devices that do not have a battery or access to a power outlet.

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protocol

A process used on Android devices to gain privileged or root-level access for modifying code or installing software that is not intended for the device.

A network that connects multiple networks in geographically separated locations, with access contracted from a service provider.

A collection of workstations and servers on a LAN that are designed to communicate and exchange data with one another.

A standard set of rules that defines how devices on a network communicate with one another.

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repeater

A computer slot that allows connections to the system bus for the various types of adapter cards, allowing expansion of system performance.

A device that regenerates weak signals and extends the distance a signal can travel.

A single CPU with six cores inside it.

A tool that allows you to lock a mobile device with a passcode so others cannot gain access to the data in the device.

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router

A network layer device that forwards data packets between networks. Routers use IP addresses to forward traffic to other networks.

The names for mail servers, which are provided by a network administrator or ISP.

A network that is similar to a LAN but that wirelessly connects users and devices in a small geographical area instead of using a wired connection. A WLAN uses radio waves to transmit data between wireless devices.

A smaller motherboard form factor designed to be backward compatible with ATX. micro-ATX often uses the same Northbridge and Southbridge chipsets and power connectors as full-sized ATX boards and therefore can use many of the same components.

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shielded twisted-pair (STP)

A two-pair wiring medium used primarily with Token Ring networks. STP cabling has a layer of shielded insulation to reduce electromagnetic interference (EMI).

Also known as an RJ-45 or 8P8C, a port that has 8 pins and connects hardware devices to a network.

An in-person attack in which an attacker rummages through trash bins to discover confidential documents.

A Windows protocol that allows the OS to browse the update site and select updates for download and installation.

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switch

A device that microsegments a LAN and that connects multiple devices on a network by receiving data and using filtering and forwarding to send the data to the intended destination device.

A network used to securely connect to another network over an insecure network, such as the Internet.

A technology supported by Apple iOS and macOS that uses Bluetooth to establish a direct Wi-Fi connection between devices for file transfer.

A device that provides video capability.

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tethering

An account that has complete control over a computer and that can change settings globally, install programs, and get through User Account Control (UAC) when elevation to perform a task is required.

A disk formatting option that involves removing files from the partition but not scanning the disk for bad sectors.

Malware that uses the victim's computer as the source device to launch attacks and perform other illegal activities.

Connecting a mobile device to another mobile device or computer to share a network connection.

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unified threat management (UTM)

File Transfer Protocol; a protocol used to transfer files between computers that is considered insecure.

An unpowered or powered device commonly used to collect incoming cable runs from the various networking devices throughout a facility.

The Windows Control Panel item that provides the means to configure the way that Windows handles files and the applications that are used to work with them.

A generic name for an all-in-one security appliance. UTMs include all the functionality of an IDS/IPS as well as stateful firewall services.

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virtual LAN (VLAN)

A broadcast domain that is created on a single switch as if it were multiple switches and that groups a collection of devices from different LANs.

In the CLI, a symbol for sending the output of a command to a file.

A type of non-impact printer that creates output by spraying ink onto the material being printed on.

An installation method in which no prompts or other information is displayed. It is based on an answer file that contains simple text that instructs Windows Setup how to configure and install the OS.

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virtual private network (VPN)

A hardware device that takes the data processed from input and passes on the information for use.

An older technology, historically used for main memory, that gradually discharges energy so it must be constantly refreshed in order to maintain the data stored in the chip.

A network used to securely connect to another network over an insecure network, such as the Internet.

A cable made from a special plastic that retards fire and produces less smoke than other cable types.

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Automatic Private IP Addressing (APIPA) Address

169.254.0.1

192.168.0.1

10.0.0.1

14.47.89.132

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default gateway

A copy of computer data taken and stored locally or stored elsewhere so that it can be used to restore the original after a data loss event.

A Windows Registry key that contains settings about the file system, file associations, and shortcuts. Information here is used when you ask Windows to run a file or view a directory.

An older Bluetooth technology with limited capabilities, high power consumption, and a data transfer rate of 24 Mbps.

The router interface that a device uses to access the Internet or another network.

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Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP)

Radio frequency identification protocol that uses the frequencies in the 125 MHz to 960 MHz range to uniquely identify items.

A device that converts signals produced by one type of device to a form compatible with another device, often used to connect a home or small office to the Internet.

A protocol that obtains IP addresses from URLs.

A protocol that automatically provides IP addresses to network hosts and provides a way to manage those addresses.

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Firewall

Hardware or software that protects computers and networks by preventing undesirable traffic from entering internal networks.

A sector that loads the boot manager, which for Windows is bootmgr.exe.

An updated version of PCI that operates up to four times faster than PCI but that has become mostly obsolete.

A diagnostic mode used to troubleshoot Windows and Windows startup issues. Functionality is limited as many device drivers are not loaded.

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IoT

A process used on iOS devices to remove manufacturer restrictions and make it possible to run arbitrary user code and grant users full access to the file system and full access to kernel modules.

A network of many smart devices that extends Internet connectivity beyond standard devices, like computers and smartphones, to include devices like refrigerators and TVs that are embedded with sensors and other technology to allow them to become part of the network.

A file system created to address some of the limitations of FAT, FAT32, and NTFS when formatting USB flash drives. One of the primary advantages of exFAT is that it can support files larger than 4GB.

A server that provides web resources requested by a client using HTTP or HTTPS.

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link-local address

A command used to display the contents of a file one screen at a time.

An address used by a device to communicate with other computers connected to the same network within the same IP address range.

A basic cmd command for getting help on a specific command.

The channel over which a message travels from source to destination across a network.

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MAC address filtering

First-generation (1G) cell phones that handled analog voice calls only and second-generation (2G) networks that handled digital calls.

A security method that specifies exactly which device MAC addresses are allowed for or blocked from sending data on a network.

A layered approach to security that requires a combination of networking devices and services working together in tandem.

A connector form factor that is smaller than the Type-A connector and is rectangular with four rounded corners.

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Media Access Control (MAC) address

A Windows settings category that provides many options that make Windows easier to use, especially for people who require accommodations for physical or perceptual challenges.

A security policy item that specifies authorized persons who may access network resources and that outlines verification procedures.

An address assigned as part of connecting to a network. There are two versions: IPv4 and IPv6.

A physical address that is hard coded onto a network interface card (NIC) by the manufacturer. The address stays with the device regardless of what network the device is connected to. A MAC address is 48 bits and represented in hexadecimal format.

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Network Address Translation (NAT)

Operating multiple applications at the same time.

A tool that is used to remove an undesirable Windows setting and that can be used to install and configure the same OS on multiple computers and prepare the OS with different hardware configurations.

A process used to convert private IPv4 addresses to Internet-routable IPv4 addresses.

Cyan, magenta, yellow, and black; the colors in the inkjet color printing process.

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ping

A technology that separates applications from hardware and provides on-demand delivery of computing services over the network.

The speed ratio between a computer's front-side bus and the CPU.

A battery backup that is enabled when voltage levels fall below normal.

A command used to test connections between computers that works by sending an ICMP echo request and receiving an ICMP echo reply message to confirm connectivity.

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service set identifier (SSID)

The name of a wireless network.

A command used to create a new directory.

A proprietary messaging architecture.

In Windows 7, small applications, such as games, sticky notes, a calendar, or a clock on the desktop, that put content, information, and functions in a convenient place.

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subnet mask

A number used to separate an IP address into network and host addresses. It masks the network part of the system's IP address and leaves the host portion to identify the device that is connected to the network.

On the cover of many laptops, a small pin that contacts a switch when the case is closed and turns off the display to conserve power.

A Windows Control Panel item that allows you to change the format of numbers, currencies, dates, and times.

An expansion slot available on some laptops to add functionality. The expansion slot is 34 mm wide and 75 mm long.

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