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What does a Peer-to-Peer (P2P) network allow?

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A device to be both a client and a server

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Fill in the blank: An end device is where a message originates from or where it is ______.

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received

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What is the role of intermediary network devices?

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Interconnect end devices and manage data flow

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What are the three types of network media?

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  • Metal wires within cables
  • Fiber-optic cables
  • Wireless transmission
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What do physical topology diagrams illustrate?

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The physical location of intermediary devices and cable installation

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What is a Local Area Network (LAN)?

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A network infrastructure that spans a small geographical area

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What is the primary difference between LANs and WANs?

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LANs interconnect end devices in a limited area; WANs interconnect LANs over wide geographical areas

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What is the internet?

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A worldwide collection of interconnected LANs and WANs

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True or False: An intranet is accessible to anyone on the internet.

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False

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What are two common internet access technologies for home users?

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  • Broadband cable
  • DSL
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What is a Dedicated Leased Line?

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Reserved circuits within the service provider’s network connecting distant offices

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What does QoS stand for?

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Quality of Service

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What are the four basic requirements of a reliable network?

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  • Fault Tolerance
  • Scalability
  • Quality of Service (QoS)
  • Security
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Fill in the blank: A ______ is a private collection of LANs and WANs internal to an organization.

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intranet

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What does BYOD stand for?

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Bring Your Own Device

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What is the primary function of a web server?

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To run web server software and provide web pages to clients

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What is the main benefit of converged networks?

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To carry multiple services (data, voice, video) on one link

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What is the significance of network representations in networking?

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They use symbols to represent devices within the network

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What is the purpose of lab activities in this module?

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To provide hands-on experience with physical networking equipment

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What should instructors do before teaching Module 1?

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Review the activities and assessments for the module

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What is one characteristic of a Medium to Large Network?

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It may have hundreds or thousands of interconnected computers

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What is Network Architecture?

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Technologies that support the infrastructure that moves data across the network.

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What are the four basic characteristics of network architecture?

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  • Fault Tolerance
  • Scalability
  • Quality of Service (QoS)
  • Security
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Define Fault Tolerance in a network.

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Limits the impact of a failure by limiting the number of affected devices.

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What is required for fault tolerance?
Multiple paths.
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What is packet switching?
Splits traffic into packets routed over a network; each packet can take a different path.
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What is the main advantage of a scalable network?
Can expand quickly and easily to support new users and applications without impacting performance.
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What does QoS stand for?
Quality of Service.
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What is the purpose of Quality of Service (QoS)?
Ensure reliable delivery of content for all users.
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What are the two main types of network security?
* Network infrastructure security * Information Security
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What are the three goals of network security?
* Confidentiality * Integrity * Availability
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What does BYOD stand for?
Bring Your Own Device.
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List devices commonly used in BYOD.
* Laptops * Netbooks * Tablets * Smartphones * E-readers
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What is the role of online collaboration in networking?
Allows users to work together over the network on joint projects.
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What is cloud computing?
Allows storage of files and access to applications over the internet.
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What are the four types of clouds?
* Public Clouds * Private Clouds * Hybrid Clouds * Custom Clouds
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What is powerline networking?
Allows devices to connect to a LAN using electrical outlets.
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What does WISP stand for?
Wireless Internet Service Provider.
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What are common external threats to network security?
* Viruses * Worms * Trojan horses * Spyware * Adware * Zero-day attacks * Denial of service attacks * Data interception and theft * Identity theft
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What are common internal threats to network security?
* Lost or stolen devices * Accidental misuse by employees * Malicious employees
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What is a CCNA certification?
Demonstrates knowledge of foundational technologies.
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What new focus areas are included in the CCNA certification?
* IP foundation and security topics * Wireless * Virtualization * Automation * Network programmability
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What is the significance of the Talent Bridge Matching Engine?
Finds employment opportunities for Cisco Networking Academy students and alumni.
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What is the definition of a Local Area Network (LAN)?
A network that connects devices within a limited geographic area.
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What is a Wide Area Network (WAN)?
A network that covers a broad area, often a city, country, or even global connections.
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What are SOHO internet connections?
* Cable * DSL * Cellular * Satellite * Dial-up telephone
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What are dedicated leased lines?
Business internet connections for consistent and reliable service.
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What is meant by network bandwidth?
The maximum rate of data transfer across a network.
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What is an example of a collaboration tool?
Cisco WebEx.
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Fill in the blank: A _______ network allows users to access their own devices.
BYOD
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True or False: Quality of Service (QoS) can help prevent issues like video streaming interruptions.
True

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