CCNA Discovery 01 – Computer and Network Fundamentals On the web: cis140lmc.g-school.net © 2011 G-Tech Educational Services Presented by: Phillip Place Cisco Academy Instructor Lake Michigan College Benton Harbor Michigan

Q What is needed to connect to the Internet in general terms? A An internet capable device A network connection An IP address on that network Gateway information for the network Connection to an ISP

Q Assuming Ethernet, what type of cable is this? A Crossover

Q What type of cable is this? A Coaxial

Q What are the most common causes of signal degradation? A Improper Termination Low quality cable or connectors Cable Length exceeding standard

Q What is the difference between Symmetrical and Asymmetrical? A S- is even up and down A- is typically slower up and faster down

Q What type of cable is this? A Fiber Optic

Q What is the name of the connection point in which user equipment connects with ISP equipment? A POP (Point of Presence)

Q Assuming Ethernet, what type of cable is this? A Straight Through

Q What is the Internet? A A network of networks spread all over the world.

Q What is a DSLAM used for? A A DSL Access Multiplexer is the device used by an ISP to accept connections from a consumers DSL modem.

Q Why is cable management important? A Presents a neat and organized system Aids in the isolation of cabling problems Protects cables from physical damage

Q What type of cable is this? A UTP – Unshielded Twisted Pair

Q Just like the high speed connections between switches in a LAN, what are the high speed connections on the Internet called? A Internet Backbone connections.

Q What type of Ethernet cable should be used in an environment where EMI is an issue? A STP – Shielded Twisted Pair

Q What type of cable is this? A STP – Shielded Twisted Pair

Q What type of Ethernet cable should be used indoors when EMI is not a concern? A UTP – Unshielded Twisted Pair

Q What term is used to describe how a packet travels across a router as it is sent on to its destination? A Hop(s)

Q If someone wanted to test the network path(s) to a specific destination, which Windows command would you use? A Most likely you would use tracert which allows path specific information. One could also use the ping command but the result would have less path information.

Q What are the two types of fiber optic cable? A Single Mode and Multimode

Q Assuming Ethernet, what type of cable is this? A Straight Through

Q Why use patch panels? A Patch panels allow for quick rearrangements of network connections should a failure occur or change become necessary.

Q What is a CMTS used for? A A Cable Modem Termination System is the device used by an ISP to accept connections from a consumers cable modem.

Q What is the most common type of Ethernet cable for indoor use? A UTP – Unshielded Twisted Pair

Q What is the benefit of following cabling standards? A Reliable Data Communications provided all your equipment is working correctly.

Q What are the three standards to consider when constructing a network cable? A Connector Type Pinouts for that connector type and cable Maximum length of the cable being used

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