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3dx5x CDC Volume 2
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139
Computer Networking
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12/02/2011

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Physical
Definition
What layer of the Open System Interconnect model defines the electrical, mechanical, procedural, ad functional specifications for links between communicating network systems?
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Logical LInk COntrol and Media Access Control
Definition
The IEEE divide the OPen SYstem Interconnect Data Link Layers into what two sublayers?
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Data Link
Definition
At what Open System Interconnect layer do network switches and bridges operate?
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Network
Definition
At what Open System Interconnect layer do routers operate?
Term
Presentation
Definition
At what open system interconnect layer are common data compression and encryption schemes used?
Term
Application
Definition
What open system interconnect layer is closest to the end user?
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Protocol
Definition
What is a formal set of rules and conventions that govern how computers exchange information over a network medium?
Term
Physical
Definition
What topology defines the layout of a network's devices and media?
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Logical
Definition
What topology defines the way in which devices communicate, and data is transmitted, throughout the network?
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Bus
Definition
What topology consists of devices connected to a common, shared cable?
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Star
Definition
What topology consists of cable segments from each computer connected to a centralized component?
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Hybrid
Definition
What topology cobines two or more different physical topologies in a single network?
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Transport Control Protocol/Internet Protocol
Definition
Which network protocol has the DoD chosen as its standard to govern the flow of info?
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Address Resolution Protocol
Definition
What TCP/IP network layer protocol provides the services of matching a known IP address for a destination device to a Media Access Control address?
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Reverse Address Resolution Protocol
Definition
What TCP/IP network layer protocol provides the IP address for a device that knows its own MAC address?
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Internet Control Message Protocol
Definition
What TCP/IP network layer protocol provides messaging that can help with troubleshooting?
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Transmission Control Protocol
Definition
What TCP/IP transport layer protocol provides reliable data delivery services?
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File Transfer Protocol
Definition
What application within TCP/IP is used to send and receive files via TCP?
Term
Wide Area Network
Definition
WHat type of network connects networks that are typically separated by geographical distances between cities, states, countries, or around the world?
Term
Virtual Private Network
Definition
What type of network makes use of tunneling and security protocols to enables a group of two or more computer systems to communicate over the public Internet?
Term
Port 8080
Definition
Which is a common port that contains HTTP servers and proxies?
Term
32 bits
Definition
How many bits are in an IPv4 address?
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Dotted Decimal Notation
Definition
Instead of using binary, how are IPv4 addresses expressed to be more user-friendly?
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Class A
Definition
Using a range of 1-126 in the first octet of an IPv4 address, what class does it belong to?
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Class C
Definition
What IPv4 class address is used for networks with about 250 nodes?
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Class D
Definition
What IPv4 class address is used for multicast addressign?
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127.0.0.1
Definition
What IPv4 reserved address is used for loop back?
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Subnet mask
Definition
What is a mechanism that allows a network device to divide an IP address into a network and host number?
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255.255.0.0
Definition
What is the default classful subnet mask on class B networks?
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Classles Inter-Domain Routing
Definition
What method borrows bits from the host field of an IP address to create a subnet?
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Hexadecimal
Definition
Instead of using binary, how are IPv6 addresses expressed to be more user-friendly?
Term
1234:1234:0:0:1234:0:0:1234
Definition
What notation is expressed in leading zero compression for IPv6?
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10AB::3:0:1234:5678
Definition
What notation is expressed in zero compression for IPv6?
Term
Link-local
Definition
What Unicast address scope operates within a network segment, and will not originate from or be destined to an interface that requires a router to direct traffic?
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Site-local
Definition
What Unicast address scope is designed to be private, internally routable adresses that do not route outside the site?
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Aggregateable Global
Definition
What Unicast address scope is publicly accessible with the Network ID portion of the address borken up into different areas allowing for hierarchical design and allocation?
Term
Mircroprocessor
Definition
The computing part of the computer is the central processing unit, also called the:
Term
Control unit and arithmetic logic unit
Definition
What two main components make up the central processing unit?
Term
Nonvolatile
Definition
What is the type of memory that retains data after power is removed or lost?
Term
Twisted pair cable
Definition
Which landline transmission medium is the primary carrier of voice comm?
Term
transmitter, cable, and receiver
Definition
An optical comm system is comprised of a:
Term
Safety
Definition
Which of the following is not one of the three advantages to using wireless tech?
Term
mobility
Definition
THe ability to move about without being tethered by wires in wireless tech is called:
Term
Direct connections
Definition
Which of the following is not one of the four security threats to WLAN?
Term
Employee
Definition
Who is an authorized client that may unknowlingly or maliciously help outside parties gain access to a network?
Term
Institute of Electrical Electronics Engineers
Definition
What organization develped several wireless standards to meet the demands of security, speed, and flexibility of today's wirelss networks?
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127
Definition
How many peripherals can a Universal Serial Bus handle at once?
Term
63
Definition
HOw many devices can connect to a FireWire bus?
Term
Voltage
Definition
What do you apply across LCD material to change the alignment and light polarizing property?
Term
Bridge
Definition
What is a Datalink layer network device that logically separates a single network into two segments or collision domains in Ethernet networks?
Term
80/20 rule
Definition
What rule establishes the percent of data that should be local to a segment and the percentage of data that should be destined to traverse a bridge to the other segment?
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Translational
Definition
This type of bridge is used to convert one Data LInk layer protocol to another:
Term
Store and forward
Definition
What is the method called when the entire frame is received and placed into the buffer, an error check is performed, and the frame is sent to the proper port for delivery?
Term
Fragment-free
Definition
What forwarding method is alos known as runtless switching?
Term
Layer 3
Definition
What layer of the OSI model do routers operate?
Term
Routing tables
Definition
What do routing algorithms initialize and maintain to aid the process of path determination?
Term
Border Gateway Protocol
Definition
Which of these is an example of an Exterior Gateway Protocol?
Term
2
Definition
Dynamic routing automatically calcualtes the best path between how many nodes?
Term
TSEC/KIV-7
Definition
What encryption device may you rarely see due to its lower maximum data rate?
Term
TSEC/KIV-19
Definition
What encryption device is certified to secure all classification levels and categories and is able to encrypt trunk-level high-speed circuits?
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AN/CYZ-10 /DTD
Definition
What encryption device is capable of loading up to 500 keys?
Term
classified as soon as the key is loaded, and holds the classification of the loaded key
Definition
The classification of a fill device is:
Term
digital data onto an analog carrier for transmission over an analog medium
Definition
A modem is a device that modulates:
Term
20 Hz to 20 kHz
Definition
Analog modems are used over the voice band range of:
Term
adapt the digital data stream produced by the customer euipment to the signaling standards of the telephone carrier equipment
Definition
The main function of the Data Service Unit is to:
Term
systems software, operating systems software, and applications software
Definition
Software is generally divided into:
Term
Troubleshoot interface
Definition
Which one is not a category of the operating ystem's task categories?
Term
driver
Definition
The path between the os and virtually all hardware not on the computer's motherboard goes thorugh a special program called a
Term
processor manager
Definition
The core operating-system function is the management of the computer system which resides with the:
Term
specific
Definition
Applications are software programs designed to perform what type of tasks?
Term
Norton and McAfee
Definition
What are two anti-virus programs that the air force uses?
Term
Workgroup
Definition
Windows OS systems traditionally function in one of two network models. Which model does not operate using centralized user accounts?
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Enterprise Edition
Definition
Which system provides support for features such as Windows System Resource Manager and Metadirectory Services?
Term
Datacenter Edition
Definition
One of the Windows Server Editions operating systems provides support for high-end, hig traffic applications servers. Which Operating system is it?
Term
UNIX
Definition
What was the first disk operating system developed to operate on a wide range of computer systems?
Term
Bourne Shell
Definition
What is the name of the standard all-purpose shell most commonly used?
Term
root
Definition
What directory is always identified by the slash symbol (/) and is in the "a" partion?
Term
Relative
Definition
Which pathnames begin at the current working directory?
Term
Warrior Component
Definition
This component of the GIG consists of those items that are necessary to directly connect the warfighter to the global network:
Term
Common Policy Standards
Definition
This characteristic of the GIG ensures seamless transmission of info between different service brances
Term
The service that owns the installation
Definition
Who bears the responsibility for maintenance of the sustaining base portion of the Defense Information System Network?
Term
Deployed Warfighter
Definition
Which segment of the DISN may be a person in the deployed Area of Responsibility or a person sitting in a fixed location thousands of miles from combat?
Term
Interconnected via the Defense Information Systems Agency Asynchronous Transfer Mode network
Definition
What is the difference between a hub router and a premise router?
Term
Encapsulated by the internet protocol before being transmitted across the SIPRNET
Definition
How are non-internet protocols sent across the SIPRNET?
Term
KG-84
Definition
Which is an internet protocol encryption device that can be directly connected to Red local area networks?
Term
DISN backbone
Definition
What provides conduit for JWICS data transmission from one location to another?
Term
Security and reliability
Definition
What concerns slowed the military's adoption of wireless network tech?
Term
Integrating traditional TDM switches with voIP systems
Definition
What is the first step in merging voice, data and video networks into one integrated network within the air force?
Term
Eliminating the MAJCOM NOSC concept and integrating the functions into two Integrated NOSCs
Definition
Besides limiting connections to the GIG, what other Combat Information Systems initiative will help increase network security?
Term
Defense Information SYstems Agency
Definition
Which organization is responsible for the design, acquisition, and single systems management of the DSN?
Term
The DSN offers precedence accesss thresholding
Definition
How is responsiveness provided in teh DSN?
Term
Flash Override
Definition
What type of Defense Switched Netwok precedence call cannot be preempted?
Term
19.2 Kbps
Definition
What is the maximum asynchronous data rate for the Defense Red Switch Network
Term
Liquid crystal display
Definition
While you are using the Red Switch, what feature lets you know that you have dialed the correct number at the proper level of security
Term
To provide a foxhole to National Command Authority link for commanders
Definition
What is the purpose of the standardized tactical entry point terminal
Term
1 microsecond
Definition
The Global Positioning System program is responsible for maintaining GPS time to within how many seconds of universal time code?
Term
OPSEC
Definition
Which security program is covered under AFI 10-701
Term
Routine use
Definition
Providing a list of where and why the information will be disclosed outside the DOD best describes which mandatory item of a Privacy Act Statement
Term
AF Form 3227
Definition
What form is used s a cover sheet to protect Privacy Act material
Term
AFI 33-129
Definition
Guidance for posting information on Air Force web sites is outlined in
Term
AFI 31-501
Definition
Official giuidance on individual security clearances and permitting access to classified information can be found in
Term
sensitive but unclassified
Definition
Disclosure of information that would result in the loss, misuse, modification or unauthorized access that might adversely affect national security would best be described as
Term
Detect and correct procedural weaknesses that could expose critical information
Definition
What is the COMSEC program designed to do
Term
AFI 33-119
Definition
What reference would you use for guidance on Air Force messaging
Term
SF 153
Definition
Which form is used with a transfer report to accompany a COMSEC package
Term
AF Form 1109
Definition
Which form is used as a visitor register log to record visitors into restricted areas
Term
incident
Definition
An uninvestigated or unevaluated occurrence that potentially jeopardizes the security of COMSEC material or the secure transmission of government information is best described as a COMSEC
Term
Air Force Comm Agency
Definition
Which organization assigns communication security incident report case numbers
Term
30 days after the initial report is signed
Definition
Final reports of a communication security incident are due
Term
AFI 33-200
Definition
The Air Force Information Assurance Program is detailed in
Term
COMPUSEC
Definition
Which applied discipline applies measures and controls to protect data in computer systems against unauthorized, disclosure, modification, or destruction
Term
Emanation
Definition
What best describes an unintended signals or noise appearing external to a piece of communications equipment
Term
Telecommunications Electronic Material Protected from Emanating Spurious Transmissions
Definition
An unclassified term referring to technical investigations for compromising emanations from electrically operated data processing equipment is known as
Term
INFOCON 5
Definition
Which condition exists when there is no apparent terrorist activity against computer networks
Term
INFOCON 4
Definition
Which condition requires the mandate of increased monitoring of all network system activities when an increased risk of attack is present
Term
INFOCON 3
Definition
When a risk of a network system attack has been identified, which condition requires all unclassified dial-up connections be disconnected
Term
INFOCON 2
Definition
Which condition permits non-essential networks to be taken offline and substituted with alternate methods of communication
Term
Tier 1
Definition
At which NETOPS level is responsibility for the worldwide management and operational oversight of the defense information infrastructure globally managed
Term
Tier 2
Definition
At what level do regional operation centers perform Network Operations(NETOPS) to ensure operational and administrative control by implementing Systems and Netowkr Management Information Assurance/Network Defense (IA/NetD), and Information Dissemination Management
Term
a full accredidation
Definition
An accreditation decision which allows a system to operate in an environment for which it was originally intended is known as
Term
C
Definition
Which resources designated priority is provided when the level of security requires a reasonable degree of deterrence against hostile acts
Term
SF 708
Definition
Which form would you use to properly label removable storage media containing "confidential" information
Term
OPSEC
Definition
Which of the following security programs is defined as a process of identifying critical info and subsequently analyzing friendly actions attendant to military ops and other activities?
Term
B
Definition
Which resources designated priority is provided when the leel of security requires a significant degree of deterrence against hostile acts?
Term
Warrior Component
Definition
Directly connects the warfighter and their combat platforms to the global network.
Term
Global Applications
Definition
Warfighter uses this for the transmission of their information. The conduit by which the warfighter critical info can make it to and from the warfighter.
Term
COmputing
Definition
Consists of hardware and software systems, support, and storage that enables info processing. Ex. Base email, web services, and file storage servers.
Term
Communications
Definition
Provide info transport service to all DOD users.
Term
Network Ops
Definition
The mortar between the component bricks in the GIG, keeps the warfighter connected to the foundation. Info Assurance is a key aspect for this.
Term
Info Management
Definition
Conrtols and prioritizes info through its entire life cycle, from formation through processing, dissemination, use, storage, and disposition. Ensure integrity of info that is available.
Term
Foundation
Definition
Consists of standards, plicies, doctrines, and architecture that create what is acceptable for the DOD network.
Term
Unity of Command
Definition
THis characterisitic defines the necessary coordination and cooperation of supporting and supported comanders in relation to the NETOPS of the GIG
Term
Common policies and standards
Definition
The only way to ensure seamless transmission of info between different service branches, systems and applications.
Term
Global authentication, access control, directory services
Definition
Allows for any and all authorized users to log in and gain access to DOD info, applications, and sercices based on their clearance and access level as long as they have common and portable identity credentials.
Term
Information Services
Definition
Allows DOD forces and our mission partners access to the info they require for mission accomplishment.
Term
Joint Infrastructure
Definition
GIG users across the DOD are able to seamlessly connect to the applications, systems, and services offered by the GIG. Architecture is common through the network.
Term
NIPRNET, SIPRNET, JWICS
Definition
Three data networks that comprise the major data backbone of DISN.
Term
Defense Switched Network, Defense Red Switch Network
Definition
Two DOD standard telephone networks for DISN:
Term
GCCS, GCSS, JWICS, DCGS, TBMCS
Definition
C4I networks include what?
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