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A computer ________ is two or more computers connected using software and hardware so that they can communicate with each other.

A) network
B) switch
C) broadband
D) node

E) B) and D)
F) B) and C)

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Question 22

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The unique number assigned to a network adapter by the manufacturer is referred to as the ________ address.

A) MAC
B) IP
C) SSID
D) network

E) A) and D)
F) A) and B)

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In a peer-to-peer network, one computer acts as the central computer.

The most popular transmission media option for wired Ethernet networks is UTP cable.

A(n) ________ network is one where each computer can communicate directly with the others, rather than having a separate device exercise central control over the entire network.

All wireless networks have their own name, referred to as the ________, which is used to identify the network.

A client/server network is an example of ________ administration

On a network, a(n) ________ helps prevent data packets from colliding with each other.

For the nodes on a network to communicate with each other and access the network, each node needs a ________.

Match each of the following terms to its definition:

When using a wireless connection, ________ translates data so that it is protected.

Which of the following is NOT a wired broadband Internet connection option?

Wireless networks are more vulnerable to attack than wired networks.

A(n) ________ network is set up near a wireless network and has a sound-alike name to lure unsuspecting web surfers.

A(n) ________ network uses radio waves as its transmission medium.

The capability of current devices to use earlier standards is known as ________.

A peer-to-peer (P2P) network is an example of ________ administration.

DSL uses ________ cable.

Current wired Ethernet networks in the United States are based on the IEEE 802.11ac standard.

Limiting your signal range does not help increase wireless network security.