Network+
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Networking Fundamentals
Sample Network+ Exam Questions
Answer the following questions on a separate sheet of paper. Please do not write in this book.
1. Which IEEE 802.11 standard specifi es a data rate of 300 Mbps?
A. 802.11a
B. 802.11b
C. 802.11g
D. 802.11n
2. Which media access method is associated with wireless networks?
A. ARCnet
B. CSMA/CA
C. CSMA/CD
D. Token Ring
3. Which of the following items is used to connect a wireless network to an
Ethernet network?
A. Wireless Access Point
B. Ad hoc converter
C. Ethernet converter
D. Ethernet sequencing device
4. What would most likely generate radio interference for an 802.11b network
device?
A. A cordless phone assigned to work at 2.4 GHz.
B. Another computer using an 802.11g network adapter card.
C. A wireless keyboard.
D. An HP LaserJet printer.
5. Who is responsible for regulating the electromagnetic spectrum and
dictating the frequency that is to be used for each group of devices?
A. IEEE
B. The telephone company in the local area.
C. FCC
D. WECA
6. Which item would most likely interfere with the operation of an 802.11b
wireless network?
A. Hub
B. Cordless phone
C. Incandescent lights
D. Copier
7. What is the function of an SSID?
A. To replace the network MAC address.
B. To encrypt all wireless communication.
C. To identify the wireless network by name.
D. To increase the data throughput of a wireless network.
8. Which protocol is used to encrypt data inside packets on a wireless
network?
A. HTTP
B. SNMP
C. FTP
D. WEP