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Network+ Guide to Networks, 6th Edition
Chapter 1 Solutions
Review Questions
1. Which of the following is an advantage of using a client/server network over using a peer-to-peer network?
a. A client/server network is simpler to set up.
b. A client/server network allows resources to be managed centrally.
c. A client/server network does not require a network operating system.
d. A client/server network is less expensive to set up.
2. What is the primary function of a file server on a client/server network?
a. It monitors how many users are logged on to a WAN.
b. It manages access and use of shared applications and data.
c. It prevents unauthorized remote users from connecting to a LAN.
d. It routes traffic between two or more LANs.
3. Suppose you wanted to share documents among several computers in your household in a peer-to-peer fashion. You could do that by properly configuring which of the following types of software?
a. Word-processing software
b. Remote authentication software
c. Mail client software
d. Operating system software
4. The first services widely used by networks were:
a. Fax services
b. Network management services
c. Mail services
d. File and print services
5. On a client/server network, clients and servers usually require what to communicate?
a. A connectivity device
b. A Web site
c. A remote access server
d. A mail server
6. Your colleague, in describing the benefits of a client/server network, mentions that it’s more scalable than a peer-to-peer network. What does she mean by this?
a. The client/server network can be more easily expanded.
b. The client/server network is simpler to set up.
c. The client/server network can be run on free software.
d. The client/server network allows more users to log on at one time.
7. In which of the following environments would a WAN be most appropriate?
a. A large data center in which each employee’s access is centrally controlled
b. A global hotel chain connecting its
Chapter 1 Solutions
Review Questions
1. Which of the following is an advantage of using a client/server network over using a peer-to-peer network?
a. A client/server network is simpler to set up.
b. A client/server network allows resources to be managed centrally.
c. A client/server network does not require a network operating system.
d. A client/server network is less expensive to set up.
2. What is the primary function of a file server on a client/server network?
a. It monitors how many users are logged on to a WAN.
b. It manages access and use of shared applications and data.
c. It prevents unauthorized remote users from connecting to a LAN.
d. It routes traffic between two or more LANs.
3. Suppose you wanted to share documents among several computers in your household in a peer-to-peer fashion. You could do that by properly configuring which of the following types of software?
a. Word-processing software
b. Remote authentication software
c. Mail client software
d. Operating system software
4. The first services widely used by networks were:
a. Fax services
b. Network management services
c. Mail services
d. File and print services
5. On a client/server network, clients and servers usually require what to communicate?
a. A connectivity device
b. A Web site
c. A remote access server
d. A mail server
6. Your colleague, in describing the benefits of a client/server network, mentions that it’s more scalable than a peer-to-peer network. What does she mean by this?
a. The client/server network can be more easily expanded.
b. The client/server network is simpler to set up.
c. The client/server network can be run on free software.
d. The client/server network allows more users to log on at one time.
7. In which of the following environments would a WAN be most appropriate?
a. A large data center in which each employee’s access is centrally controlled
b. A global hotel chain connecting its