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Which of the following best describes the primary function of an access control policy?
Which of the following best describes the primary function of an access control policy?
- To determine who can access specific resources and actions they can perform. (correct)
- To establish a high-speed internet connection.
- To measure the speed of data transmission.
- To enable wireless communication between devices.
What unit is typically used to measure bandwidth?
What unit is typically used to measure bandwidth?
- Hertz (Hz)
- Bits per second (bps) (correct)
- Amperes (A)
- Volts (V)
Which technology is commonly used for connecting peripherals like headphones and keyboards over short distances?
Which technology is commonly used for connecting peripherals like headphones and keyboards over short distances?
- DSL
- Broadband
- Bluetooth (correct)
- Cable Modem
Which of the following is a characteristic of a broadband internet connection?
Which of the following is a characteristic of a broadband internet connection?
In a bus topology, how are devices connected?
In a bus topology, how are devices connected?
What is the primary function of a cable modem?
What is the primary function of a cable modem?
In a client/server model, what is the role of the 'client'?
In a client/server model, what is the role of the 'client'?
Which of the following accurately describes a computer network?
Which of the following accurately describes a computer network?
What does the data transfer rate measure?
What does the data transfer rate measure?
What type of technology does a Digital Subscriber Line (DSL) use to provide high-speed internet access?
What type of technology does a Digital Subscriber Line (DSL) use to provide high-speed internet access?
Flashcards
Access Control Policy
Access Control Policy
Rules that determine who can access specific resources or data in a system and which actions they can perform.
Bandwidth
Bandwidth
The maximum amount of data that can be transmitted over a network connection in a given amount of time, usually measured in bits per second (bps).
Bluetooth
Bluetooth
A wireless technology that allows devices to communicate over short distances, typically used for connecting peripherals like headphones and keyboards.
Broadband
Broadband
A high-speed internet connection that is always on and faster than traditional dial-up access, such as DSL, cable, and fiber-optic.
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Bus Topology
Bus Topology
A network configuration where all devices are connected to a single central cable, or bus, through which data is transmitted.
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Cable Modem
Cable Modem
A device that provides internet access by connecting to a cable television line.
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Client/Server Model
Client/Server Model
A network architecture where clients (user devices) request services and resources from servers (centralized computers) that provide them.
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Computer Network
Computer Network
A group of interconnected computers and devices that can share data and resources.
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Data Transfer Rate
Data Transfer Rate
The speed at which data is transmitted between devices over a network, usually measured in bits per second (bps).
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Digital Subscriber Line (DSL)
Digital Subscriber Line (DSL)
A technology that provides high-speed internet access through telephone lines.
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- Access control policy determines who can access specific resources or data in a system and what actions they can perform.
- Bandwidth is the maximum amount of data that can be transmitted over a network connection in a given amount of time, typically measured in bits per second (bps).
- Bluetooth is a wireless technology enabling devices to communicate over short distances, commonly used for peripherals like headphones and keyboards.
- Broadband is a high-speed, always-on internet connection that is faster than traditional dial-up, including DSL, cable, and fiber-optic.
- Bus topology is a network configuration where all devices connect to a central cable or bus for data transmission.
- Cable modem is a device providing internet access via a connection to a cable television line.
- Client/server model is a network architecture where client devices request services and resources from centralized servers.
- A computer network is a group of interconnected devices that share data and resources.
- Data transfer rate refers to the speed at which data is transmitted between devices over a network, usually measured in bits per second (bps).
- Digital Subscriber Line (DSL) is a technology that provides high-speed internet access through telephone lines.
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