Cisco Packet Tracer Overview

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What is the main purpose of Cisco Packet Tracer?

  • Programming routers and switches
  • Simulating and creating network topologies (correct)
  • Developing software applications
  • Designing graphic interfaces

Which feature of Packet Tracer allows users to add or remove simulated network devices as they see fit?

  • Real Time and Simulation Bar
  • Common Tool Bar
  • Main Tool Bar
  • Network Component Box (correct)

What does the Main Tool Bar in Packet Tracer provide?

  • Basic commands like Open, Save, Print, and Preferences
  • Ability to toggle between physical and logical workplace
  • Shortcut icons to file menu commands (correct)
  • Access to commonly used workplace tools

In Packet Tracer, what does the Work Space Bar allow users to toggle between?

<p>Physical Workplace and Logical Workplace (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which part of the Packet Tracer screen provides access to basic commands like Open, Save, Print, and Preferences?

<p>Menu Bar (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the Common Tool Bar in Packet Tracer NOT allow users to do?

<p>Program Routers (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the Device Type selection box in Packet Tracer contain?

<p>Types of devices and available connections (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which feature is NOT listed as part of Packet Tracer's capabilities?

<p>Wireless network configuration (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the Ctrl + Shift + S shortcut in Packet Tracer?

<p>Save the current file (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which functionality is NOT associated with Packet Tracer?

<p>Drawing palette usage (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the create packet window in Packet Tracer allow you to manage?

<p>Packet content during simulation (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Global Event List in Packet Tracer?

<p>Perform packet sniffing (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Study Notes

Cisco Packet Tracer

  • A cross-platform visual simulation tool designed by Cisco Systems to create network topologies and imitate modern computer networks.
  • Allows users to simulate the configuration of Cisco routers and switches using a simulated command line interface.

Packet Tracer Interface

  • Features a drag-and-drop user interface, allowing users to add and remove simulated network devices as needed.
  • Comprises of several bars:
    • Menu Bar: provides File, Option, and Help menus, as well as basic commands like Open, Save, Print, and Preferences.
    • Main Tool Bar: provides shortcut icons to File menu commands, including the Activity Wizard.
    • Common Tool Bar: provides access to commonly used workplace tools like Select, Move Layout, Place Note, Delete, Inspect, and Simple/Complex PDU.
    • Work Space Bar/Type Bar: allows users to toggle between Physical and Logical workplaces with a tab.
    • Real-time and Simulation Bar: allows users to toggle between Real-time and Simulation modes with a tab.
  • Network Component Box: contains devices and connections to input into the workspace, with specific type selection and device-specific selection boxes.

Features of Packet Tracer

  • Logical and Physical Workplaces
  • Real-time and Simulation modes
  • User-friendly Command Line Interface
  • Global Event List (Packet Sniffer)
  • LAN Switching, TCP/IP, Routing, and WAN protocols
  • Activity Wizard and LLAB Grading
  • Multi-User Functionality
  • Multi-Platform Support
  • Multi-Language Support
  • Integrated Help and Tutorials

Shortcut Keys

  • Ctrl + Shift + B: Bottom Toolbar
  • Ctrl + D: Drawing Palette
  • Ctrl + E: Custom Bench Dialog
  • Ctrl + N: New
  • F4: Contents
  • Ctrl + O: Open Tutorials
  • Ctrl + Shift + T: Open Samples
  • F12: About
  • Ctrl + S: Save
  • Ctrl + W: Activity Wizard
  • Ctrl + Shift + S: Save As
  • Shift + P: Physical Workspace
  • Ctrl + P: Print
  • Shift + L: Logical Workspace
  • Alt + F4: Exit
  • Ctrl + C: Copy
  • Ctrl + V: Paste
  • Ctrl + 2: Undo
  • Ctrl + Shift + 2: Redo
  • Ctrl + R: Preferences
  • Ctrl + Shift + V: User Profile
  • Ctrl + Shift + M: Algorithm Settings
  • Ctrl + I: Zoom In
  • Ctrl + O: Zoom Out
  • Ctrl + T: Reset
  • Ctrl + Shift + A: Main Tool Bar
  • Ctrl + Shift + R: Right Tool Bar

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