16-C Flashcards
(30 cards)
What does a small office home office (SOHO) network typically use for connectivity?
A single home router appliance
This appliance combines functions of router, modem, switch, and access point.
What should be considered when physically placing a home router?
Secure location to prevent unauthorized access and damage
Ideally placed away from the public but near the service provider’s entry point.
What is the first step to set up a new home router?
Connect it to the provider cabling using its WAN port
What must be done after powering on the router for the setup process?
Connect a computer to an RJ45 LAN port
What should the computer be set to during the home router setup?
Obtain an IP address automatically
What is the purpose of the Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) server in a router?
Allocate a valid IP address to the computer
What is the management URL used for in router setup?
Access the router’s management software
What should you do immediately after logging into the router’s management software?
Change the default password to secure the administrator account
What does the WAN link parameters setup typically involve?
Connecting to the service provider’s network
What is crucial to keep updated on a home router?
Firmware and drivers
What does the Service Set ID (SSID) represent?
The name by which users identify the WLAN
What should you avoid using in the SSID for security reasons?
Personal information such as an address or surname
True or False: Disabling SSID broadcast secures the network.
False
What is the highest standard of encryption recommended for home networks?
WPA3
What should be done if guest access is not required?
Disable guest access
What does the home router’s firewall perform?
Inbound and outbound filtering
What is inbound filtering?
Determines whether remote hosts can connect to internal hosts
What is outbound filtering?
Determines which sites internal hosts can connect to
What does content filtering on a firewall do?
Blocks access to certain categories of content using curated databases
What is port forwarding used for?
Allow Internet hosts to connect to computers on the local network
What is the difference between port forwarding and port triggering?
Port forwarding directs traffic to a specific port; port triggering opens ports based on outbound traffic
What is Universal Plug-and-Play (UPnP)?
A framework that allows devices to automatically configure the firewall
What is a screened subnet?
A separate network segment for increased security
What does a ‘DMZ’ configuration typically refer to in home routers?
A host on the LAN that is not protected by the firewall
