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True or false: Every computer on a network needs to have a network adapter?
True or false: Every computer on a network needs to have a network adapter?
True (A)
True or false: Wireless networking does not require any wired components?
True or false: Wireless networking does not require any wired components?
False (B)
True or false: Network Interface Cards (NICs) prepare, send, and control the flow of data?
True or false: Network Interface Cards (NICs) prepare, send, and control the flow of data?
True (A)
True or false: NICs come in different shapes and sizes?
True or false: NICs come in different shapes and sizes?
True or false: The compatibility of a NIC depends on the bus type of the PC?
True or false: The compatibility of a NIC depends on the bus type of the PC?
True or false: If a PC has multiple bus types, a NIC should be chosen based on the slowest type?
True or false: If a PC has multiple bus types, a NIC should be chosen based on the slowest type?
True or false: NICs receive and translate data into bits for the CPU to understand?
True or false: NICs receive and translate data into bits for the CPU to understand?
True or false: PVC coating used in cables produces poisonous gas when burned?
True or false: PVC coating used in cables produces poisonous gas when burned?
True or false: Teflon-type coating is a plenum-rated alternative that does not produce toxic gas when burned?
True or false: Teflon-type coating is a plenum-rated alternative that does not produce toxic gas when burned?
True or false: Plenum-rated cables are more expensive, but mandated in certain building areas?
True or false: Plenum-rated cables are more expensive, but mandated in certain building areas?
True or false: Coaxial cable specifications are rated according to the RG system?
True or false: Coaxial cable specifications are rated according to the RG system?
True or false: Thicknet was used for network backbones with a maximum segment distance of 500 meters?
True or false: Thicknet was used for network backbones with a maximum segment distance of 500 meters?
True or false: Ethernet naming standards include 10Base5 and 10Base2, indicating maximum speed and transmission distance?
True or false: Ethernet naming standards include 10Base5 and 10Base2, indicating maximum speed and transmission distance?
True or false: Twisted-pair cable is popular due to flexibility and low cost?
True or false: Twisted-pair cable is popular due to flexibility and low cost?
True or false: NICs are only important in servers to avoid network bottlenecks.
True or false: NICs are only important in servers to avoid network bottlenecks.
True or false: USB network cards are not useful for laptops without built-in NICs.
True or false: USB network cards are not useful for laptops without built-in NICs.
True or false: The main goal of NICs is to maximize data transfer time.
True or false: The main goal of NICs is to maximize data transfer time.
True or false: NICs do not need to agree on several parameters for successful data transmission.
True or false: NICs do not need to agree on several parameters for successful data transmission.
True or false: NICs should use different media access methods for successful data transmission.
True or false: NICs should use different media access methods for successful data transmission.
True or false: NICs can only operate in half-duplex mode.
True or false: NICs can only operate in half-duplex mode.
True or false: The MAC address of each NIC is not unique.
True or false: The MAC address of each NIC is not unique.
Twisted-pair cables consist of wire pairs twisted around each other within an insulated jacket.
Twisted-pair cables consist of wire pairs twisted around each other within an insulated jacket.
There are three types of twisted-pair cables: shielded twisted-pair (STP), unshielded twisted-pair (UTP), and coaxial twisted-pair (CTP).
There are three types of twisted-pair cables: shielded twisted-pair (STP), unshielded twisted-pair (UTP), and coaxial twisted-pair (CTP).
STP has an extra layer of braided foil shielding to reduce electrical interference.
STP has an extra layer of braided foil shielding to reduce electrical interference.
UTP is the most common networking cable used, often referred to as Ethernet cables.
UTP is the most common networking cable used, often referred to as Ethernet cables.
UTP comes in different grades: Category 1 for voice-only transmissions, Category 2 for up to 10 Mbps data transmission.
UTP comes in different grades: Category 1 for voice-only transmissions, Category 2 for up to 10 Mbps data transmission.
CAT-6e is the official enhanced version of CAT-6.
CAT-6e is the official enhanced version of CAT-6.
The maximum transmission distance for UTP is 100 meters.
The maximum transmission distance for UTP is 100 meters.
RJ-45 connectors have room for four pairs (eight wires) and are commonly used with UTP cables.
RJ-45 connectors have room for four pairs (eight wires) and are commonly used with UTP cables.
Ethernet splitters are recommended for networks and can support 1 Gbps connections.
Ethernet splitters are recommended for networks and can support 1 Gbps connections.
Explain the main goal of Network Interface Cards (NICs) and how they optimize network performance and minimize data transfer time.
Explain the main goal of Network Interface Cards (NICs) and how they optimize network performance and minimize data transfer time.
What are the two modes of operation for NICs and which mode offers better performance and avoids collisions?
What are the two modes of operation for NICs and which mode offers better performance and avoids collisions?
What is the purpose of MAC addresses and how long are they?
What is the purpose of MAC addresses and how long are they?
What are device drivers and why are they necessary for NICs?
What are device drivers and why are they necessary for NICs?
Where is the best place to obtain NIC drivers?
Where is the best place to obtain NIC drivers?
What are the three types of twisted-pair cables and what is the most common type used?
What are the three types of twisted-pair cables and what is the most common type used?
What are the characteristics of UTP and why is it popular?
What are the characteristics of UTP and why is it popular?
What is the maximum segment distance for Thicknet coaxial cable?
What is the maximum segment distance for Thicknet coaxial cable?
What is the segment distance for Thinnet coaxial cable?
What is the segment distance for Thinnet coaxial cable?
What are two commonly used coaxial cable standards?
What are two commonly used coaxial cable standards?
What are the two types of coaxial cable still used today?
What are the two types of coaxial cable still used today?
What are three types of coaxial connectors?
What are three types of coaxial connectors?
Why is twisted-pair cable popular?
Why is twisted-pair cable popular?
What is the plenum-rated alternative to PVC coating in cables?
What is the plenum-rated alternative to PVC coating in cables?
Explain the role of a network interface card (NIC) and how it facilitates communication between a computer and cabling.
Explain the role of a network interface card (NIC) and how it facilitates communication between a computer and cabling.
What factors should be considered when evaluating the compatibility of a NIC with a PC?
What factors should be considered when evaluating the compatibility of a NIC with a PC?
Explain the purpose of connectivity devices in a network.
Explain the purpose of connectivity devices in a network.
What are the key components required for a computer to connect to a network?
What are the key components required for a computer to connect to a network?
Explain the different types of twisted-pair cables commonly used in networking.
Explain the different types of twisted-pair cables commonly used in networking.
What is the maximum transmission distance for unshielded twisted-pair (UTP) cables?
What is the maximum transmission distance for unshielded twisted-pair (UTP) cables?
Why is wireless networking considered an exception when it comes to the need for physical connectivity?
Why is wireless networking considered an exception when it comes to the need for physical connectivity?
Explain the difference between shielded twisted-pair (STP) and unshielded twisted-pair (UTP) cables.
Explain the difference between shielded twisted-pair (STP) and unshielded twisted-pair (UTP) cables.
What is the most common networking cable used?
What is the most common networking cable used?
What is the minimum recommended cable to buy for networking?
What is the minimum recommended cable to buy for networking?
What is the maximum transmission distance for UTP cables?
What is the maximum transmission distance for UTP cables?
What type of connectors are commonly used with UTP cables?
What type of connectors are commonly used with UTP cables?
What are the different grades of UTP cables?
What are the different grades of UTP cables?
What is the official enhanced version of CAT-6?
What is the official enhanced version of CAT-6?
What are the specifications for CAT-6a cables?
What are the specifications for CAT-6a cables?
Why are Ethernet splitters not recommended for networks?
Why are Ethernet splitters not recommended for networks?
Every computer on the network needs to have a network ______ of some type.
Every computer on the network needs to have a network ______ of some type.
In many cases, you also need some sort of ______ to hook them together.
In many cases, you also need some sort of ______ to hook them together.
NICs come in many shapes and ______.
NICs come in many shapes and ______.
The first thing you need to determine is whether the NIC will fit the ______ type of your PC.
The first thing you need to determine is whether the NIC will fit the ______ type of your PC.
Twisted-pair cables consist of wire pairs ______ around each other within an insulated jacket.
Twisted-pair cables consist of wire pairs ______ around each other within an insulated jacket.
There are three types of twisted-pair cables: shielded twisted-pair (STP), unshielded twisted-pair (UTP), and coaxial ______.
There are three types of twisted-pair cables: shielded twisted-pair (STP), unshielded twisted-pair (UTP), and coaxial ______.
The maximum transmission distance for UTP ______ is 100 meters.
The maximum transmission distance for UTP ______ is 100 meters.
Plenum-rated cables are _________, but mandated in certain building areas
Plenum-rated cables are _________, but mandated in certain building areas
Coaxial cable specifications are rated according to the ________ system
Coaxial cable specifications are rated according to the ________ system
RG-8 (thicknet) and RG-58A/U (thinnet) were commonly used _________ cable standards
RG-8 (thicknet) and RG-58A/U (thinnet) were commonly used _________ cable standards
Thinnet was used in conventional physical bus with a segment distance of ________ meters
Thinnet was used in conventional physical bus with a segment distance of ________ meters
Coaxial networking is mostly _________, with RG-6 and RG-59 being the only types used today
Coaxial networking is mostly _________, with RG-6 and RG-59 being the only types used today
RG-6 has thicker core and longer distance capability, while RG-59 is adequate for ________ cable TV
RG-6 has thicker core and longer distance capability, while RG-59 is adequate for ________ cable TV
Twisted-pair cable is popular due to _______ and low cost
Twisted-pair cable is popular due to _______ and low cost
NICs are important in servers to avoid network ______.
NICs are important in servers to avoid network ______.
USB network cards are useful for laptops without built-in NICs and for ______ network connectivity issues.
USB network cards are useful for laptops without built-in NICs and for ______ network connectivity issues.
The main goal of NICs is to optimize network performance and minimize data ______ time.
The main goal of NICs is to optimize network performance and minimize data ______ time.
NICs need to agree on several parameters for successful data transmission, such as frame size, data confirmation, transmission ______, and speed.
NICs need to agree on several parameters for successful data transmission, such as frame size, data confirmation, transmission ______, and speed.
NICs should use the same media access method and be connected to the same ______ for successful data transmission.
NICs should use the same media access method and be connected to the same ______ for successful data transmission.
NICs can operate in either half-duplex or full-duplex mode, with full-duplex offering better performance and avoiding ______.
NICs can operate in either half-duplex or full-duplex mode, with full-duplex offering better performance and avoiding ______.
The speed and ______ settings of a network adapter can be configured from the NIC's properties.
The speed and ______ settings of a network adapter can be configured from the NIC's properties.
Twisted-pair cables consist of wire pairs twisted around each other within an insulated ______.
Twisted-pair cables consist of wire pairs twisted around each other within an insulated ______.
There are two types of twisted-pair cables: shielded twisted-pair (STP) and unshielded twisted-pair (UTP). STP has an extra layer of braided foil shielding to reduce electrical ______, while UTP has no outer shield.
There are two types of twisted-pair cables: shielded twisted-pair (STP) and unshielded twisted-pair (UTP). STP has an extra layer of braided foil shielding to reduce electrical ______, while UTP has no outer shield.
UTP is the most common networking cable used, often referred to as ______ cables.
UTP is the most common networking cable used, often referred to as ______ cables.
UTP comes in different ______: Category 1 for voice-only transmissions, Category 2 for up to 4 Mbps data transmission, Category 3 for up to 10 Mbps, Category 4 for up to 16 Mbps, Category 5 for up to 100 Mbps, Category 5e for up to 1 Gbps, Category 6 for up to 10 Gbps at a distance of 55 meters, Category 6a for up to 10 Gbps at a distance of 100 meters, and Category 7 for up to 10 Gbps at a distance of 100 meters.
UTP comes in different ______: Category 1 for voice-only transmissions, Category 2 for up to 4 Mbps data transmission, Category 3 for up to 10 Mbps, Category 4 for up to 16 Mbps, Category 5 for up to 100 Mbps, Category 5e for up to 1 Gbps, Category 6 for up to 10 Gbps at a distance of 55 meters, Category 6a for up to 10 Gbps at a distance of 100 meters, and Category 7 for up to 10 Gbps at a distance of 100 meters.
The term 'category' is often shortened to ______, e.g. CAT-5, and CAT-5e is the minimum recommended cable to buy.
The term 'category' is often shortened to ______, e.g. CAT-5, and CAT-5e is the minimum recommended cable to buy.
The maximum transmission distance for UTP is 100 meters, but for 10GBaseT over CAT-6, the distance is about ______ meters.
The maximum transmission distance for UTP is 100 meters, but for 10GBaseT over CAT-6, the distance is about ______ meters.
Twisted-pair cables use RJ (registered jack) connectors, with RJ-11 for landline phones and RJ-45 for UTP ______.
Twisted-pair cables use RJ (registered jack) connectors, with RJ-11 for landline phones and RJ-45 for UTP ______.
RJ-45 connectors have room for four pairs (eight wires) and are commonly used with ______ cables.
RJ-45 connectors have room for four pairs (eight wires) and are commonly used with ______ cables.
Ethernet splitters, which split the incoming signal on two pairs, are not recommended for networks and are limited to ______ Mbps connections.
Ethernet splitters, which split the incoming signal on two pairs, are not recommended for networks and are limited to ______ Mbps connections.
Study Notes
Twisted-Pair Cables: Types, Specifications, and Connectors
- Twisted-pair cables consist of wire pairs twisted around each other within an insulated jacket.
- There are two types of twisted-pair cables: shielded twisted-pair (STP) and unshielded twisted-pair (UTP).
- STP has an extra layer of braided foil shielding to reduce electrical interference, while UTP has no outer shield.
- UTP is the most common networking cable used, often referred to as Ethernet cables.
- UTP comes in different grades: Category 1 for voice-only transmissions, Category 2 for up to 4 Mbps data transmission, Category 3 for up to 10 Mbps, Category 4 for up to 16 Mbps, Category 5 for up to 100 Mbps, Category 5e for up to 1 Gbps, Category 6 for up to 10 Gbps at a distance of 55 meters, Category 6a for up to 10 Gbps at a distance of 100 meters, and Category 7 for up to 10 Gbps at a distance of 100 meters.
- The term "category" is often shortened to CAT, e.g. CAT-5, and CAT-5e is the minimum recommended cable to buy.
- CAT-6e is not an official standard, and CAT-6a is the official enhanced version of CAT-6.
- The maximum transmission distance for UTP is 100 meters, but for 10GBaseT over CAT-6, the distance is about 55 meters.
- Twisted-pair cables use RJ (registered jack) connectors, with RJ-11 for landline phones and RJ-45 for UTP cables.
- RJ-45 connectors have room for four pairs (eight wires) and are commonly used with UTP cables.
- UTP cables can be connected using a crimper with interchangeable dies for RJ connectors.
- Ethernet splitters, which split the incoming signal on two pairs, are not recommended for networks and are limited to 100 Mbps connections.
Twisted-Pair Cables: Types, Specifications, and Connectors
- Twisted-pair cables consist of wire pairs twisted around each other within an insulated jacket.
- There are two types of twisted-pair cables: shielded twisted-pair (STP) and unshielded twisted-pair (UTP).
- STP has an extra layer of braided foil shielding to reduce electrical interference, while UTP has no outer shield.
- UTP is the most common networking cable used, often referred to as Ethernet cables.
- UTP comes in different grades: Category 1 for voice-only transmissions, Category 2 for up to 4 Mbps data transmission, Category 3 for up to 10 Mbps, Category 4 for up to 16 Mbps, Category 5 for up to 100 Mbps, Category 5e for up to 1 Gbps, Category 6 for up to 10 Gbps at a distance of 55 meters, Category 6a for up to 10 Gbps at a distance of 100 meters, and Category 7 for up to 10 Gbps at a distance of 100 meters.
- The term "category" is often shortened to CAT, e.g. CAT-5, and CAT-5e is the minimum recommended cable to buy.
- CAT-6e is not an official standard, and CAT-6a is the official enhanced version of CAT-6.
- The maximum transmission distance for UTP is 100 meters, but for 10GBaseT over CAT-6, the distance is about 55 meters.
- Twisted-pair cables use RJ (registered jack) connectors, with RJ-11 for landline phones and RJ-45 for UTP cables.
- RJ-45 connectors have room for four pairs (eight wires) and are commonly used with UTP cables.
- UTP cables can be connected using a crimper with interchangeable dies for RJ connectors.
- Ethernet splitters, which split the incoming signal on two pairs, are not recommended for networks and are limited to 100 Mbps connections.
Twisted-Pair Cables: Types, Specifications, and Connectors
- Twisted-pair cables consist of wire pairs twisted around each other within an insulated jacket.
- There are two types of twisted-pair cables: shielded twisted-pair (STP) and unshielded twisted-pair (UTP).
- STP has an extra layer of braided foil shielding to reduce electrical interference, while UTP has no outer shield.
- UTP is the most common networking cable used, often referred to as Ethernet cables.
- UTP comes in different grades: Category 1 for voice-only transmissions, Category 2 for up to 4 Mbps data transmission, Category 3 for up to 10 Mbps, Category 4 for up to 16 Mbps, Category 5 for up to 100 Mbps, Category 5e for up to 1 Gbps, Category 6 for up to 10 Gbps at a distance of 55 meters, Category 6a for up to 10 Gbps at a distance of 100 meters, and Category 7 for up to 10 Gbps at a distance of 100 meters.
- The term "category" is often shortened to CAT, e.g. CAT-5, and CAT-5e is the minimum recommended cable to buy.
- CAT-6e is not an official standard, and CAT-6a is the official enhanced version of CAT-6.
- The maximum transmission distance for UTP is 100 meters, but for 10GBaseT over CAT-6, the distance is about 55 meters.
- Twisted-pair cables use RJ (registered jack) connectors, with RJ-11 for landline phones and RJ-45 for UTP cables.
- RJ-45 connectors have room for four pairs (eight wires) and are commonly used with UTP cables.
- UTP cables can be connected using a crimper with interchangeable dies for RJ connectors.
- Ethernet splitters, which split the incoming signal on two pairs, are not recommended for networks and are limited to 100 Mbps connections.
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