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ISY  101  MODULE 5 CHECK YOUR UNDERSTANDING
1.	Ethernet is a wired technology that is defined by ____ standards.
a.    IEEE 802.2
b.    IEEE 802.3
c.    IEEE 802.7
d.    IEEE 802.11
Hint: Page 257
SLO7:Name the five most common network topologies
LO7D:Specify the role of communications protocols
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2.	____ is a wireless MAN or WAN technology commonly used for fixed Internet access.
a.    FCC
b.    WiMAX
c.    Bluetooth
d.    Ethernet
Hint: Page 260
SLO7:Name the five most common network topologies
LO7A:Differentiate between LANs and WLANs
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3.	The physical arrangement of devices in a network is referred to as its physical:
a.    topography.
b.    logography.
c.    logology.
d.    topology.
Hint: Page 250
SLO7:Name the five most common network topologies
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4.	A __________ topology features a central connection point for all workstations and peripherals.
a.    mesh
b.    star
c.    bus
d.    ring
Hint: Page 250
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5.	The most popular wireless LAN technology is:
a.   WUSB (Wireless USB).
b.   Wi-Fi.
c.   Bluetooth.
d.   WiMAX.
Hint: Page 260
SLO7:Name the five most common network topologies
LO7A:Differentiate between LANs and WLANs
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6.	Which of the following is not an advantage of using a wired network?
a.    Increased security
b.    Fast access
c.    Simple to configure
d.    Limited mobility
Hint:Pages 240-250
SLO7:Name the five most common network topologies
LO7F:Identify security measures for wired and wireless networks
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7.	On an Ethernet, a ____ is broadcast to every device but is accepted only by the device to which it is addressed.
a.    code
b.    packet
c.    band
d.    node
Hint: Page 257
SLO7:Name the five most common network topologies
LO7C:Name network devices and identify the role of each
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8.	Which of the following is NOT an advantage of using a wired network?
a.    Increased security
b.    Fast access
c.    Simple to configure
d.    Unlimited mobility
Hint: Pages 256-257
SLO7:Name the five most common network topologies
LO7A:Differentiate between LANs and WLANs
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9.	Which of the following can serve as a node on the network in a LAN?
a.    Computer
b.    Networked peripheral
c.    Network device
d.    All of the choices apply
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LO7C:Name network devices and identify the role of each
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10.	Most wireless networks transport data as ____ signals.
a.    infrared
b.    satellite
c.    microwave
d.    RF (radio frequency)
Hint: Page 259
SLO7:Name the five most common network topologies
LO7F:Identify security measures for wired and wireless networks
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11.	Ethernet networks:
a.    are difficult to implement, manage, and maintain.
b.    use a nonproprietary technology, making Ethernet equipment available from a variety of vendors.
c.    do not offer much flexibility in network design.
d.    are not compatible with Wi-Fi wireless networks
Hint: Page 257
SLO7:Name the five most common network topologies
LO7C:Name network devices and identify the role of each
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12.	Wireless signal range can be limited by:
a.    the type of signal.
b.    the physical environment.
c.    transmitter strength.
d.    All of the choices apply.
Hint: Page 260
SLO7:Name the five most common network topologies
LO7F:Identify security measures for wired and wireless networks
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13.	In the context of networks, the communications __________ refers to the set of rules for efficiently transmitting data from one network node to another.
a.    protocol
b.    topology
c.    range
d.    transmission
Hint: Page 252
SLO7:Name the five most common network topologies
LO7F:Identify security measures for wired and wireless networks
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14.	Which of the following is not a type of network device?
a.    Hub
b.    Switch
c.    Workstation
d.    Router
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15.	In ____ mode two Bluetooth devices can find each other and exchange passkeys.
a.    distance
b.    locational
c.    transmission
d.    discovery
Hint: Page 261
SLO7:Name the five most common network topologies
LO7C:Name network devices and identify the role of each
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16.	A wired network is one that uses ____ to connect network devices.
a.    NICs
b.    radio frequency waves
c.    cables
d.    infrared light
Hint: Page 256
SLO7:Name the five most common network topologies
LO7A:Differentiate between LANs and WLANs
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17.	A WAN provides connectivity within a limited geographical area often within a single building.
a.    True
b.    False
Hint:Pages 240-250
SLO7:Name the five most common network topologies
LO7A:Differentiate between LANs and WLANs
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18.	Ethernet is easy to:
a.    implement.
b.    maintain.
c.    manage.
d.    All of the choices apply.
Hint: Page 257
SLO7:Name the five most common network topologies
LO7A:Differentiate between LANs and WLANs
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19.	Thomas has been asked by a friend to overhaul an existing network so that it is more robust. She wants each device on the network to connect to all of the other devices on the network. Which network topology will Thomas most likely use?
a.    Star topology
b.    Bus topology
c.    Mesh topology
d.    Ring topology
Hint: Page 250
SLO7:Name the five most common network topologies
LO7F:Identify security measures for wired and wireless networks
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20.	A __________ is a physical path or a frequency used to connect the nodes of a network.
a.    logical channel
b.    communications channel
c.    connecting link
d.    node link
Hint: Page 251
SLO7:Name the five most common network topologies
LO7D:Specify the role of communications protocols
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