CISCO Flashcards
(38 cards)
The main area where you design your network topology.
Workspace
Represents the network’s logical structure (devices, connections).
Logical View
Simulates the physical layout of devices (racks, cabling).
Physical View
Allows you to observe network traffic and data flow
Simulation Mode
Operates the network in real-time, without stepping
through events.
Realtime Mode
Contains icons for various network devices (routers, switches, PCs).
Device Palette
Used to create links between devices (copper,
fiber, wireless).
Connection Tools
Accessed by clicking on a device, used to set
IP addresses, routing protocols, etc.
Configuration Dialogs
Text-based interface for configuring
devices, accessible through the Desktop tab of most network devices
Command-Line Interface (CLI)
Pre-designed scenarios that guide you
through specific networking tasks
Packet Tracer Activities
Allows multiple users to work on the same
network design simultaneously
Multi-user Collaboration
The arrangement of devices and connections in a
network (e.g., star, bus, ring, mesh).
Network Topology
A numerical identifier for each device on a network (e.g., 192.168.1.1).
IP Address
Defines the network and host portions of an IP address.
Subnet Mask
The IP address of the router interface that connects
a local network to other networks.
Default Gateway
Translates domain names (e.g., google.com) into IP
addresses.
DNS Server
Automatically assigns IP addresses to devices on a
network.
DHCP Server
Used by routers to exchange routing information
and determine the best path for data to travel (e.g., RIP, OSPF).
Routing Protocols
The process of forwarding data packets between devices
on the same network.
Switching
Logically segment a physical network into
multiple smaller networks.
VLANs (Virtual LANs)
Measures taken to protect a network from
unauthorized access and attacks (e.g., firewalls, access lists).
Network Security
Examining the contents of data packets to
troubleshoot network issues.
Packet Analysis
A basic network utility used to test connectivity between devices.
Ping
Traces the route that packets take to reach a destination.
Traceroute