ITM301 TestBank

True / False

1. Servers that have a NOS installed require less memory, processing power, and storage capacity than clients

because servers are called on to handle only light processing loads and requests from multiple clients.

a. True

b. False

ANSWER: False

POINTS: 1

DIFFICULTY: Easy

REFERENCES: Network Models

QUESTION TYPE: True / False

HAS VARIABLES: False

LEARNING OBJECTIVES: 1.1 - Distinguish between client-server and peer-to-peer networks

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DATE MODIFIED: 1/27/2018 12:47 PM

2. The fundamental difference between a switch and a router is that a switch belongs only to its local network

and a router belongs to two or more local networks.

a. True

b. False

ANSWER: True

POINTS: 1

DIFFICULTY: Moderate

REFERENCES: Network Hardware

QUESTION TYPE: True / False

HAS VARIABLES: False

LEARNING OBJECTIVES: 1.3 - Describe various networking hardware devices and the most common physical

topologies

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DATE MODIFIED: 1/27/2018 1:06 PM

3. After a problem and its symptoms have been identified, a theory regarding a probable cause should be

established.

a. True

b. False

ANSWER: True

POINTS: 1

DIFFICULTY: Easy

REFERENCES: Troubleshooting Network Problems

QUESTION TYPE: True / False

HAS VARIABLES: False

LEARNING OBJECTIVES: 1.6 - Describe the seven-step troubleshooting model for solving a networking problem

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DATE MODIFIED: 1/27/2018 12:47 PM

4. Static electricity is an electrical charge in motion.

a. True

b. False

ANSWER: False

POINTS: 1

DIFFICULTY: Easy

REFERENCES: Safety Procedures and Policies

QUESTION TYPE: True / False

HAS VARIABLES: False

LEARNING OBJECTIVES: 1.5 - Explain best practices for safety when working with networks and computers

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DATE MODIFIED: 1/27/2018 12:47 PM

5. The protocol data unit for the Physical layer of the OSI model is payload, or data.

a. True

b. False

ANSWER: False

POINTS: 1

DIFFICULTY: Easy

REFERENCES: The Seven-Layer OSI Model

QUESTION TYPE: True / False

HAS VARIABLES: False

LEARNING OBJECTIVES: 1.4 - Describe the seven layers of the OSI model

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DATE MODIFIED: 1/27/2018 12:47 PM

6. The term firmware refers to programs embedded into hardware devices. This software only changes when a

firmware upgrade is performed.

a. True

b. False

ANSWER: True

POINTS: 1

DIFFICULTY: Easy

REFERENCES: The Seven-Layer OSI Model

QUESTION TYPE: True / False

HAS VARIABLES: False

LEARNING OBJECTIVES: 1.3 - Describe various networking hardware devices and the most common physical

topologies

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DATE MODIFIED: 1/27/2018 12:47 PM

7. The Data Link layer attaches a trailer to the end of a packet, and does not include a header.

a. True

b. False

ANSWER: False

POINTS: 1

DIFFICULTY: Easy

REFERENCES: The Seven-Layer OSI Model

QUESTION TYPE: True / False

HAS VARIABLES: False

LEARNING OBJECTIVES: 1.4 - Describe the seven layers of the OSI model

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DATE MODIFIED: 1/27/2018 12:47 PM

8. The Transport layer header addresses a receiving application by a number called a MAC address.

a. True

b. False

ANSWER: False

POINTS: 1

DIFFICULTY: Difficult

REFERENCES: The Seven-Layer OSI Model

QUESTION TYPE: True / False

HAS VARIABLES: False

LEARNING OBJECTIVES: 1.4 - Describe the seven layers of the OSI model

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DATE MODIFIED: 1/27/2018 12:47 PM

9. The Transmission Control Protocol (TCP) is considered to be a connectionless, or best-effort delivery

protocol.

a. True

b. False

ANSWER: False

POINTS: 1

DIFFICULTY: Easy

REFERENCES: The Seven-Layer OSI Model

QUESTION TYPE: True / False

HAS VARIABLES: False

LEARNING OBJECTIVES: 1.4 - Describe the seven layers of the OSI model

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DATE MODIFIED: 1/27/2018 12:47 PM

10. In general, an API (application programming interface) call is the method an application uses when it makes

a request of the OS.

a. True

b. False

ANSWER: True

POINTS: 1

DIFFICULTY: Moderate

REFERENCES: The Seven-Layer OSI Model

QUESTION TYPE: True / False

HAS VARIABLES: False

LEARNING OBJECTIVES: 1.4 - Describe the seven layers of the OSI model

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DATE MODIFIED: 1/27/2018 12:47 PM

Multiple Choice

11. HTTP, IMAP4, FTP, and Telnet are all examples of protocols that operate at what layer of the OSI model?

a. Layer 4

b. Layer 5

c. Layer 6

d. Layer 7

ANSWER: d

POINTS: 1

DIFFICULTY: Easy

REFERENCES: The Seven-Layer OSI Model

QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice

HAS VARIABLES: False

LEARNING OBJECTIVES: 1.4 - Describe the seven layers of the OSI model

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DATE MODIFIED: 1/27/2018 12:47 PM

12. What layer of the OSI model describes how data between applications is synced and recovered if messages

don't arrive intact at the receiving application?

a. Application Layer

b. Presentation Layer

c. Session Layer

d. Transport Layer

ANSWER: c

POINTS: 1

DIFFICULTY: Moderate

REFERENCES: The Seven-Layer OSI Model

QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice

HAS VARIABLES: False

LEARNING OBJECTIVES: 1.4 - Describe the seven layers of the OSI model

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DATE MODIFIED: 1/27/2018 12:47 PM

13. The Data Link Layer utilizes what name for its protocol data unit (PDU)?

a. packet

b. data

c. bit

d. frame

ANSWER: d

POINTS: 1

DIFFICULTY: Easy

REFERENCES: The Seven-Layer OSI Model

QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice

HAS VARIABLES: False

LEARNING OBJECTIVES: 1.4 - Describe the seven layers of the OSI model

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DATE MODIFIED: 1/27/2018 12:47 PM

14. What statement accurately reflects what occurs when a message is too large to transport on a network?

a. The message is discarded and must be sent again.

b. The message is sent anyway, and is received by the destination as garbage data.

c. The message is divided into smaller messages called segments (for TCP) or datagrams (for UDP).

d. An ICMP error is generated, and the application must reformat the data for transmission.

ANSWER: c

POINTS: 1

DIFFICULTY: Moderate

REFERENCES: The Seven-Layer OSI Model

QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice

HAS VARIABLES: False

LEARNING OBJECTIVES: 1.4 - Describe the seven layers of the OSI model

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DATE MODIFIED: 1/27/2018 12:47 PM

15. What is a defining characteristic of a bus topology based network?

a. Devices are connected to two adjacent devices, and communication priority is granted by a token.

b. Devices are connected directly to a centralized networking device, known as a network switch.

c. Devices are daisy-chained together in a single line.

d. Devices are directly attached to a network router, which forwards data to intended destinations.

ANSWER: c

POINTS: 1

DIFFICULTY: Easy

REFERENCES: Network Hardware

QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice

HAS VARIABLES: False

LEARNING OBJECTIVES: 1.3 - Describe various networking hardware devices and the most common physical

topologies

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DATE MODIFIED: 1/27/2018 12:47 PM

16. If your network consists of all connected devices connecting to one central device, such as a switch, what

type of topology is being used?

a. bus topology

b. star topology

c. star bus topology

d. mesh topology

ANSWER: b

POINTS: 1

DIFFICULTY: Easy

REFERENCES: Network Hardware

QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice

HAS VARIABLES: False

LEARNING OBJECTIVES: 1.3 - Describe various networking hardware devices and the most common physical

topologies

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DATE MODIFIED: 1/27/2018 12:47 PM

17. The proper handling procedures for substances such as chemical solvents is typically outlined in which of

the following options?

a. Toxic Chemical Safety Procedure (TCSP)

b. Dangerous and Hazardous Waste Disposal Sheet (DHWDS)

c. Environmental Chemical Hazard Sheet (ECHS)

d. Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)

ANSWER: d

POINTS: 1

DIFFICULTY: Moderate

REFERENCES: Safety Procedures and Policies

QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice

HAS VARIABLES: False

LEARNING OBJECTIVES: 1.5 - Explain best practices for safety when working with networks and computers

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DATE MODIFIED: 1/27/2018 12:47 PM

18. A policy in which all exit doors for a building stay unlocked during a fire is an example of what type of

policy?

a. fail-open

b. fail-close

c. fail-tolerant

d. fail-oriented

ANSWER: a

POINTS: 1

DIFFICULTY: Easy

REFERENCES: Safety Procedures and Policies

QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice

HAS VARIABLES: False

LEARNING OBJECTIVES: 1.5 - Explain best practices for safety when working with networks and computers

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DATE MODIFIED: 1/27/2018 12:47 PM

19. An open electrical circuit as a result of a failed circuit breaker is considered to be what type of failure

system?

a. fail-open

b. fail-close

c. fail-tolerant

d. fail-dynamic

ANSWER: b

POINTS: 1

DIFFICULTY: Difficult

REFERENCES: Safety Procedures and Policies

QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice

HAS VARIABLES: False

LEARNING OBJECTIVES: 1.5 - Explain best practices for safety when working with networks and computers

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DATE MODIFIED: 1/27/2018 12:47 PM

20. At what layer of the OSI model does a network switch normally operate?

a. Layer 2

b. Layer 3

c. Layer 4

d. Layer 5

ANSWER: a

POINTS: 1

DIFFICULTY: Easy

REFERENCES: The Seven-Layer OSI Model

QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice

HAS VARIABLES: False

LEARNING OBJECTIVES: 1.4 - Describe the seven layers of the OSI model

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DATE MODIFIED: 1/27/2018 12:47 PM

21. Which of the following is not one of the disadvantages of peer-to-peer networks?

a. They lack scalability.

b. They are not necessarily secure.

c. They are impractical for connecting large numbers of computers.

d. They centralize user account logins.

ANSWER: d

POINTS: 1

DIFFICULTY: Moderate

REFERENCES: Network Models

QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice

HAS VARIABLES: False

LEARNING OBJECTIVES: 1.1 - Distinguish between client-server and peer-to-peer networks

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DATE MODIFIED: 1/27/2018 12:47 PM

22. At what layer of the OSI model do the IP, ICMP, and ARP protocols operate?

a. Application

b. Session

c. Transport

d. Network