1.
A byte is:
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a binary digit
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an 8-bit word
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any group of bits
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three nibbles
2.
The number of bits that a computer works with at one time is:
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a byte
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the computer’s word length
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always 32 bits
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always 64 bits
3.
Parallel communication is:
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used between computers more often than serial communication
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usually more less expensive than serial communication
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usually faster than serial communication
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requires byte addressable memory
4.
Which of the following is not a serial data communication standard:
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RS-232C
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RJ-45
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USB
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Firewire
5.
A software program that is sometimes used when devices are connected to a computer is:
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a data bus
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a driver
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an analog to digital interface
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a router
6.
Which of the following is a trade association:
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FCC
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ITU
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IEEE
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EIA
7.
How many standard USB connectors are there:
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Two
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four
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six
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eight
8.
It is best to search for an equipment manufacturer’s manuals for connecting a device to a PC:
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using Google
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directly on the equipment manufacturer’s website
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directly on the PC manufacturer’s website
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at the place where the equipment was purchased
9.The best way to tell if a device needs a driver is to:
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read the label on the device
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plug it in and turn it on
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take a driving test
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read the manual for the device
10.
USB devices:
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always need peripheral drivers
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always need bus drivers
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never need drivers
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sometimes need drivers
11.
Which of the following is not a common ISP broadband network technology:
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Coaxial cable
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DSL
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Ethernet
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Fiber optics
12.
Which device moves data between networks:
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a broadband modem
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an RJ-45 cable
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a router
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a network adapter
13.
each computer connected to a wireless network must have:
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a wireless broadband modem
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a wireless RJ-45 cable
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a wireless router
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a wireless network adapter
14.
An Internet Service Provider usually installs and sets up:
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a broadband modem
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the necessary RJ-45 cables
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a wireless router
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a network adapter
15.A router’s control panel is usually accessed:
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only by the ISP
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using a Web browser
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by removing the access cover on the back of the router
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by removing the router’s front cover
16.
Which of the following uniquely identifies a network adapter?
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SSID
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MAC address
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IP address
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USB address
17.
Which of the following is used to select a wireless home network from a PC?
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SSID
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MAC address
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IP address
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USB address
18.
Which of the following is used to access a router’s control panel from a PC?
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SSID
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MAC address
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IP address
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USB address
19.
If a wireless home network is unsecured, someone might be able to:
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steal data and files from your computer
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send email, spam or viruses to other computers from your computer
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slow down your Internet connection
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all of the above
20.
Currently, most home that have Internet access have:
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a dial-up connection to the Internet
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fiber optic cable throughout the home
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an 802.11a wireless network at home
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an Ethernet broadband modem in the home
21.
To help secure a wireless home network from outside intrusion, it is a good idea to:
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Use data encryption for your network
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Use an SSID that is not similar to your MAC address
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Use an SSID that is similar to your IP address
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Lock the wireless modem and router in a closet
22.Remote router administration on a home network:
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Should always be disabled
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Should never be enabled
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Should be disabled most of the time, but enabled if you need remote help
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Has no effect on network security
23.
Which of these has a “home” IP address for a network:
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a router
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a printer
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a USB hard drive
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a computer’s internal data bus
24.
to set up a wireless home network with Internet access you will first need to:
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have your ISP install a wireless router
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locate your broadband modem or have one installed
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remove any wires from the home that could interfere with the network
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apply for a home networking license from the FCC
25.
MAC filtering on a router:
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requires you to enter the MAC address of each network adapter in the network
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prevents pesky Apple MAC owners from taking over your network
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allows Apple MAC compatible data to move over your network freely
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sends Apple MAC compatible data only to Apple MAC computers to avoid PC interference
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