Exam 7: Networking: Connecting Computing Devices

A printer connected to a wireless network is considered to be a node on that network.

Match each of the following terms to its definition: I. fiber-optic II. twisted pair III. coaxial cable IV. peer-to-peer V. client/server

________ has faster cellular data transfer rates than 3G.

________ is often referred to as "high-speed Internet."

________ are devices that transfer packets of data between two or more networks.

Public places where you can wirelessly connect to the Internet are known as ________.

The Internet is a WAN.

Wireless network connections are slower than wired broadband connections.

A network used to communicate among devices close to one person is called a(n) ________.

________ is a much stronger protocol than WEP for wireless security.

If you are going to attach more than 15 devices to your wireless network, you should make sure your router supports which standard?

A(n) ________ is someone who attempts to access your network without your knowledge.

WEP is a stronger form of security than WPA.

Most computers today come with Ethernet adapters already installed.

Data are sent through a network in bundles called ________.