Hardware Software, Networking, & Organization

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Which is an advantage of client-server networks? Options: Client-server networks are easy to maintain, Client-server networks are cheap to build, The client relies on the server, Clients are kept secure by the server

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Clients are kept secure by the server

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Fill in the blank: Anything that uses a computer needs _________________

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programming

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Which is not an advantage of a client-server network? Options: No central point of failure, Central control of security, Easier to supervise network performance, Easier to perform software upgrades

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No central point of failure

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Which is true of a peer-to-peer network?

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No network security software in place

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The main purpose of a CPU is to _____________________ from a program. (two word answer)

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execute instructions

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How does RAM help the computer run efficiently?

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holds your data for actively running applications temporarily to allow more multitasking work.

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What is a disadvantage of a peer-to-peer LAN in an office?

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Cannot deploy installation software all at once.

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What is the main purpose of a router in a network?

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Routes data packets to the appropriate destination from a LAN to another network.

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A DNS server translates _______ to ___________ . ?

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Domains to IP Addresses

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What is a great analogy to remember how DNS servers work? Options: post office system, phonebook/contact list, local library, MTA metrocard system.

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phonebook/contact list