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Computer Networking
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06/08/2011

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Term
+12v
Definition
Yellow
Term
Path to virtual Memory
Definition

system>advanced>perfomance

>advanced>change

Term
Change settings in boot.ini
Definition
right click MY COMPUTER>PROPERTIES>ADVANCED TAB>in start up and recovery area select SETTINGS>OK>EDIT
Term
Event Viewer XP
Definition
start>control panel>administrative tools>event viewer
Term
Event Viewer Vista
Definition
start>control panel>administrative tools>event viewer>continue
Term
Device Manager XP
Definition
start>control panel>system>hardware>device manager>view>resources
Term
Device Manager Vista
Definition
start>control panel>system>device manager>continue>view>resources
Term
Remote Desktop
Definition
start>all programs>accessories>communications>remote desktop connection
Term
How do you show file extensions? (path)
Definition
my computer>tools>folder options>view>uncheck "hide file extensions"
Term
Performance Monitor XP
Definition
start>control panel>administrative tools>performance
Term
Performance Monitor Vista
Definition
start>control panel>administrative tools>reliability and performance monitor>continue
Term
Computer Managment
Definition
start>control panel>administrative tools>computer managment
Term
How many logical drives are in a single NTFS?
Definition
4
Term
What is DNS poisoning?
Definition
Changes the DNS records on a system to point to false servers where data is recorded
Term
Safe Mode with command Prompt
Definition
Starts windows ad loads the command prompt instead of the GUI
Term
Replay
Definition
Uses network sniffer to extract usernames and passwords to be used at a later date to gain access
Term
Man-In-The-Middle
Definition
Intercepts or inserts false information in traffic between two hosts
Term
Spoofing
Definition
gains access to resources on devices by pretending to be a trusted computer
Term
DDoS
Definition
Uses "zombies" to make tracing the origin of the DoS attack difficult to locate
Term
DoS
Definition
Sends abnormally large amounts of requests to a system preventing access to services
Term
Name the five non routable IP addresses
Definition
1) 10.0.0.0
2) 127.0.0.1 (loopback)
3) 169.254.0.0 (APIPA)
4) 172.16.0.0
5) 192.168.0.0
Term
Where are user files stored in Vista?
Definition
c:\users
Term
TELNET
Definition
remote access application used to provide remote terminal access between hosts on the network
Term
What chipset controls the data flow between data optical drive and processor?
Definition
Southbridge
Term
Indexing
Definition
a speed enhancement in windows performance when searching for a folder
Term
Trying to clean a file wih a virus on XP but it says the file is in use, what do you do?
Definition
Restart in safe mode
Term
What is the command to map a printer to a remote (SOHO) desktop?
Definition
Tracert
Term
sfc\scannow
Definition
it scans the hdd immediately
Term
What do you use to clear intrusion?
Definition
BIOS
Term
Front USB ports aren't working
Definition
Make sure they are connected correctly
Term
Where would you go to configure the PC to run at 100%?
Definition
BIOS
Term
Where is the CMOS battery in a laptop?
Definition
Underneath the keyboard
Term
Maintain a desktop from a different building
Definition
Telnet or SSH
Term
Print job has random characters
Definition
Bad drivers
Term
You get an error about a missing or corrupt file. What would you use to fix the problem?
Definition
chkdsk
Term
How do you update the firmware?
Definition
Flash
Term
What is an example of firmware?
Definition
BIOS
Term
Where is firmware?
Definition
On a program or chip
Term
Ink on a laser printer is becoming opaque
Definition
Running out of toner
Term
Defrag
Definition
Consolidates files and folders
Term
When flashing the BIOS to your laptop, what do you need to ensure you have?
Definition
AC adapter so you don't lose power
Term
Highest level of security for PC's running Vista Enterprise or Ultimate
Definition
Bitlocker Drive Encryption
Term
What does the SMART error deal with?
Definition
Hard Drive
Term
What do you update to ensure your router is the most up to date?
Definition
The firmware
Term
What is the momentary button inside the PC case?
Definition
Intrusion Detection
Term
What is wrong when there is a "paper jam" with no paper jammed?
Definition
Roller Gear is broken
Term
Whats the first thing you do when installing a wireless access point?
Definition
Change default password
Term
In a 64-bit OS where are the 32-bit programs located?
Definition
c:\PROGRAM FILES (x86)
Term
By default, where are the program files for a 64-bit system located in a 64-bit system?
Definition
c:\PROGRAM FILES
Term
20, 21
Definition
FTP (File Transfer Protocol)
Term
22
Definition
SSH (Secure Socket Shell)
Term
23
Definition
Telnet
Term
25
Definition
SMTP
Term
50, 500
Definition
VPN
Term
53
Definition
DNS (Domain Name Service)
Term
67, 68
Definition
DHCP
Term
69
Definition
TFTP
Term
80
Definition
HTTP
Term
110
Definition
POP3
Term
135, 137-139, 445
Definition
Netbios
Term
143
Definition
IMAP
Term
443
Definition
HTTPS
Term
3389
Definition
RDP
Term
8080
Definition
Port Forwarding
Term
8088
Definition
Port Switching
Term
Windows Key + E
Definition
Open My Computer
Term
Windows Key + D
Definition
Minimizes all windows and shows desktop plus opens all closed windows back up
Term
Windows Key + F
Definition
Displays the find all files dialog box
Term
Windows Key + L
Definition
Locks your computer
Term
Windows Key + M
Definition
Minimizes all open windows
Term
Windows Key + Shift + M
Definition
Restores all previous windows
Term
Windows Key + R
Definition
Displays Run Command
Term
Windows Key + F1
Definition
Displays windows help menu
Term
Windows Key + Pause/Break
Definition
Displays the system properties dialog box
Term
Windows Key + Tab
Definition
Cycle throught the buttons on the task bar
Term
Windows Key + U
Definition
Displays the Utility Manager
Term
Windows Key + Alt + Tab
Definition
Toggle (switch) between open windows
Term
Class A IP
Definition
1-126
Term
Class B IP
Definition
128-191
Term
Class C IP
Definition
192-223
Term
Class D IP
Definition
224-240
Term
Class E IP
Definition
241- Expiremental
Term
+5v
Definition
Red
Term
+3v
Definition
Orange
Term
0v
Definition
Black
Term
-5v
Definition
White
Term
-12v
Definition
Blue
Term
Print Process
Definition
Cleaning
Conditioning
Writing
Developing
Transfering
Fusing
Term
Adapter Cards
Definition
NIC
PCMCIA
PCI
PCIe
AVG
Term
CMOS Battery Type
Definition
CR2032
Term
Molex Pin Count
Definition
4
Term
Berg Pin Count
Definition
4
Term
SATA Data Pin Count
Definition
7
Term
SATA Power Pin Count
Definition
15
Term
What two characteristics determined by chipset on motherboard?
Definition
pin type and memory type
Term
Which windows hard drive partition is refered to as the c:\ drive?
Definition
first primary partition
Term
There is a corrupt display on a laptop; when hooked up t an external moitor, the display is still corrupt what is wrong?
Definition
on-board video
Term
Which protocol runs commands on a remote PC?
Definition
Telnet
Term
Which switch fixes errors on a system disk?
Definition
chkdsk/f
Term
TRUE/FALSE Cable CAT5 is a straight patch cable
Definition
TRUE
Term
What would be used to secure a companies wireless network?
Definition
Firewall
Term
ipconfig/release
Definition
release the corrupt DHCP address
Term
ipconfig/flushdns
Definition
purge DNS revolver cache
Term
What are HKEY's
Definition
reads registry files, chooses a hardware profile and loads the device drivers
Term
HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT
Definition
info about file extensions map to particular application
Term
HKEY_CURRENT_USER
Definition
info such as desktop setiings; history related to current user
Term
HKEY_USERS
Definition
info about all users who have logged onto the system
Term
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE
Definition
info relating to hardware and software
Term
HKEY_CURRENT_CONFIG
Definition
info relating to all active devices on a system
Term
How do you repair a failing NIC?
Definition
Ping -t
Term
When a laptop is opened and closed sometimes the screen will/willnot display anything, why?
Definition
cutoff switch
Term

Which of the following groups should a user be added to restore files without granting ownership privilges?

A. Back Up Operators

B. Administrative

C. Guest

D. Power Users

Definition
A Back Up Operators
Term
Which of the following would be used to test the connectivity to an external website?
Definition
Ping
Term
What should you do after installing a maintenance tool kit?
Definition
Reset the page count
Term
A user is copying a file to share. When the user tries to view the files they aren't there, Why?
Definition
User moved the files instead of copying
Term
What should be flashed on a firewall to make sure it is the most common system?
Definition
Firmware
Term
SFC
Definition
Checks for dll files
Term
Minimum hardware requirements for windows XP
Definition
233 MHz Pentium/Celeron or AMP
6K/Athlon/Duron 64 MB RAM, 1.5 GB Hard Drive space
Term
ipcongif /renew
Definition
obtains a new DHCP IP address
Term
ipconfig
Definition
system network configuration
Term
Where can you find a 32-bit files on a 64-bit processing system?
Definition
c:\PROGRAM FILES(x86)
Term
WAN (Wide Area Network)
Definition
A data communications network that serves users across a broad geographical area and often uses transmission devices provided by common carriers
Term
WAN
Definition
Wide Area Network
Term
LAN
Definition
Local Area Network
Term
WLAN
Definition
Wireless Local Area Network
Term
Protect against data loss caused by theft of a laptop?
Definition
Encrypt the file system
Term
ipconfig /all
Definition
DNS, IP address, MAC address and default gateway
Term
Firewall
Definition
Ensures the security of private network
Term
RD
Definition
Removes a directory
Term
rd /s
Definition
Delete all files and subfolders in addition to the the folder itself (used to remove entire folder tree)
Term
dxdiag
Definition
shows details about all of the direct x components and drivers that are installed in your computer (ensures directx is installed correctly)
Term
ping
Definition
used to test connections between computers
Term
netbui
Definition
non routable protocol
Term
USB 1.1
Definition
12 Mbp/s
Term
USB 2.0
Definition
480 Mbp/s
Term
USB max length
Definition
15 ft.
Term
IEEE 1394 A
Definition
400 Mbp/s
Max length of 15ft
Term
IEEE 1394 B
Definition
800 Mbp/s
Max length of 100ft.
Term
802.2
Definition
Ethernet Logical Link Control(PATA) (EEP, ECP, LLC)
Term
802.11a
Definition
Frequency: 5 GHz
Transfer Rate: 54 Mbp/s
Term
802.11b
Definition
Frequency: 2.4 GHz
Transfer Rate: 11 Mbp/s
Term
802.11F
Definition
Frequency: 5.0 GHz Transfer Rate: 56 Mbp/s
Term
802.11n
Definition
Frequency: 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz
Transfer Rate: 540 Mbp/s
Term
ntdetect
Definition
creates dynamic hardware configuration in the registry
Term
What printer uses special media paper?
Definition
Thermal Printer
Term
copy /a
Definition
ASCII text file
Term
copy /v
Definition
Verify that the new files were written correctly
Term
copy /y
Definition
supress confirmation prompt (windows 2000 only)
Term
HTTPS
Definition
uses authentication and encryption to secure data as it travels between client and web server
Term
IMAP
Definition
Used to dowload e-mail from e-mail server
Term
POP3
Definition
Downloads e-mail messages from e-mail server
Term
HTTP
Definition
Request/response connection to the internet
Term
KMODE_EXCEPTION_NOT_HANDLED
Definition
Use OS knowledge base
Term
What can you do to protect against data loss caused by theft of a laptop?
Definition
Encrypt the files
Term
Mini PCIe
Definition
Laptops
Term
Antivirus software package isolates a file to remove later?
Definition
Quarentine
Term
Whats the first thing you do when installing a wireless access point?
Definition
Change the default password
Term
Command used to trace a drive
Definition
TraceRT
Term
SFC (System File Checker)
Definition
Checks for dll files
Term
Command used to map a network printer
Definition
TraceRT
Term
Momentary button inside case
Definition
Intrusion Detection Switch
Term
msinfo32
Definition
displays a comprehensive view of your hardware, system components and software environment
Term
Minimum number of disks for RAID 5
Definition
3
Term
TraceRT
Definition
Checks/verifies route to a remote host
Term
A user has an invalid boot disk message on the computer after a reboot. What is most likely the problem?
Definition
User has a USB drive in the system
Term
A user added new memory, a printer, video game, and removd accounting software and the computer isn't working why?
Definition
Memory is defective
Term
There is a corrupt display on a laptop; when hooked up to an external monitor, the display is still corrupt, what is wrong?
Definition
on-board video
Term
Which of the following commands would a tech most likely use to replace corrupt DLL files?
Definition
SFC
Term
Last Known Good Configuration
Definition
Enables a user to load the configuration settings of window thet were used the last time that windows started successfully.
Term
What is a speed enhancement in windows performance, when searching for a folder?
Definition
Indexing
Term
A technician finds that a laptop's display only woks properly when an LCD screen is positioned at certain angles. Which should the tech check first?
Definition
Display Harness
Term
What chipset is responsible for controlling the data flow between a data optical drive and processor?
Definition
southbridge
Term
Which of the following partition states is required to allow a windows OS to boot?
Definition
Active
Term
A user recieves an error about missing/corrupt files everytime the user reboots their computer. What tool would a tech use first to correct the error?
Definition
chkdsk
Term
SSH
Definition
Used to securely connect to a remote network device
Term
FTP
Definition
Provides Services for file transfer and manipulation
Term
DHCP
Definition
Automatically assign IP addresses
Term
TPM (Trusted Platform Module)
Definition
Stores information specific to host system, such as encryption keys, digital certificates and passwords
Term
EFS (Encrypted File System)
Definition
A feature that lets any file or folder be stored in encrypted form and decrypted only by an individual user and an authorized recovery agent
Term
TPM (Trusted Platform Module)
Definition
A specialized chip that can be installed on the motherboard of a personal computer for the purpose of hardware authentication
Term
DNS (Domain Name Server)
Definition
Host name to IP address
Term
SMTP
Definition
Used to send mail in a TCP/IP network
Term
chkdsk /f
Definition
automatically fixes file system errors in disk
Term
chkdsk /r
Definition
scan for and recovery of bad service
Term
chkdsk /v
Definition
display the full path name of every file on the disk
Term
What is the main difference between SATA and PATA?
Definition
SATA can use the same interface PATA can't
Term
A customer wants to eventually upgrade the home from 100 Mbp/s to 1 Gbp/s with a hardware upgrade which cable types should the tech install?
Definition
CAT5e
Term
What is the MOST likely reason for your computer to show 488 MB of RAM instead of 512 MB?
Definition
The computer has shared video RAM
Term
What are the minimum requirements to run Windows Vista?
Definition
1 GHz 32-bit (x86) or 64-bit (x64) processor
1GB of memory
Graphics processor with minimum of 128 MB graphics memory, which suppors DirectX 9, with a Windows Display Driver Model driver, Pixel Shader 2.0 in hardware, and 32 bits per pixel.
Term
What are the minimum requirements to run Windows Vista?
Definition
1 GHz 32-bit (x86) or 64-bit (x64) processor
1GB of memory
Graphics processor with minimum of 128 MB graphics memory, which suppors DirectX 9, with a Windows Display Driver Model driver, Pixel Shader 2.0 in hardware, and 32 bits per pixel.
Term
What are the minimum requirements to run Windows Vista?
Definition
1 GHz 32-bit (x86) or 64-bit (x64) processor
1GB of memory
Graphics processor with minimum of 128 MB graphics memory, which suppors DirectX 9, with a Windows Display Driver Model driver, Pixel Shader 2.0 in hardware, and 32 bits per pixel.
Term
What are the minimum requirements to run Windows Vista?
Definition
1 GHz 32-bit (x86) or 64-bit (x64) processor
1GB of memory
Graphics processor with minimum of 128 MB graphics memory, which suppors DirectX 9, with a Windows Display Driver Model driver, Pixel Shader 2.0 in hardware, and 32 bits per pixel.
Term
Where are the user profiles in Windows Vista?
Definition
The C:/Users folder
Term
In biometrics, which secuity issue is worse: a false negative or a false positive?
Definition
A false positive
Term
What does TraceRT do?
Definition
Traces the IP traffic route through intermediate routers and system network interfaces, identifying the full path traveled from start to destination
Term
Which versions of Windows can be upgraded to Windows 2000?
Definition
Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows NT 3.51 Workstation, and Windows NT Workstation 4.0
Term
What is the purpose of BitLocker in Vista?
Definition
Drive encryption
Term
What is the purpose of BitLocker in Vista?
Definition
Drive encryption
Term
What is the minimum amount of free disk space required to run Disk Defragmenter?
Definition
15%
Term
What does one long beep and one short beep indicate?
Definition
A problem with the motherboard
Term
What does one long beep and two short beeps indicate?
Definition
A problem with the video adapter card
Term
What does a single short beep indicate?
Definition
Full functionality of the hardware
Term
What does it mean when there is no beep when the computer starts?
Definition
CPU failure
Term
What is port forwarding?
Definition
It tells the router which computer on the local area network to send the data to
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