Magnetic Storage Overview

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What is magnetic storage used for?

Storing data on cloud servers

Storing data on a magnetized medium (correct)

Storing data on paper

Storing data in a gaseous state

Which device is commonly used in magnetic storage to access information?

Trackpads

Projectors

Touchscreens

Read/write heads (correct)

What are some examples of magnetic storage media mentioned in the text?

Printers, scanners, and Ethernet cables

Optical drives, hard disks, and USB cameras

Tape recorders, vinyl records, and DVDs

Floppy disks, magnetic tape, and magnetic stripes on credit cards (correct)

Where is the preferred usage of the term 'magnetic recording' more common according to the text?

In the field of audio and video production Signup and view all the answers

What happens during digital signal processing?

It works on analog signals after they have been converted to digital form Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of a non-volatile memory (NVM) card according to the text?

Universal serial bus (USB) flash drive Signup and view all the answers

Why is data security important for organizations?

To comply with regulatory standards and maintain customer trust Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of network latency?

To measure the delay in network communication Signup and view all the answers

Which standard is the second version of Wireless Protected Access (WPA)?

WPA2 Signup and view all the answers

What is the main role of an ISP (Internet Service Provider)?

To provide access to the internet and related services Signup and view all the answers

What does WEP stand for in terms of data security?

Wired Equivalent Protection Signup and view all the answers

In a client-server network architecture, what is the role of a centralized server?

Receives and responds to requests from clients Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason for using private network addresses in a LAN?

To ensure data security and maintain privacy Signup and view all the answers

What is the central unit of a LAN network?

Network Server Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary disadvantage of LAN administration?

Probability of leak of sensitive data Signup and view all the answers

What is the key component that combines multiple LANs?

Fiber Optic Cable Signup and view all the answers

How do WAP-enabled devices function in a LAN?

They serve as a link between PCs and networks Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary advantage of LAN transmission of data and services?

Is relatively higher than other network connections Signup and view all the answers

What type of network offers services similar to an internet service provider for broad area networks?

Metropolitan Area Network (MAN) Signup and view all the answers

Which technology is used to connect Local Area Networks wirelessly in MANs?

Microwave or infrared lasers Signup and view all the answers

What is typically used to build Wide Area Networks (WANs) and extend their capabilities across different locations?

Leased lines Signup and view all the answers

Which security technology focuses on limiting access and permissions to data?

Authentication and authorization Signup and view all the answers

What is the main goal of data security measures such as firewalls, encryption, and authentication?

Keeping data safe and protected Signup and view all the answers

What was the rise in the number of data breaches and cyber attacks from 2020 to 2021, according to a ThoughtLab report?

15.1% Signup and view all the answers

Which encryption standard is considered the least secure?

WEP Signup and view all the answers

What type of network node serves as an entry and exit point for a network?

Gateways Signup and view all the answers

Which protocol is used to load webpages using hypertext links?

Hypertext Transfer Protocol Signup and view all the answers

Which protocol was defined as a standard for transferring files over a TCP-based network?

FTP Signup and view all the answers

Which protocol was designed to transfer information between networked devices and runs on top of other layers of the network protocol stack?

HTTP Signup and view all the answers

What does MAC stand for in networking contexts?

Media access control Signup and view all the answers