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Remote wiping is a security feature that allows a network administrator or device owner to send a command that deletes data to a computing device. How will cellular networks challenge cable and DSL providers in the future? - Answers Cellular providers are continuing to increase their speeds and bandwidth causing users to drop cable and DSL services. DSL: Digital Subscriber Line (Telephone Lines). The Internet is an amazing invention. It can transmit data over a variety of network protocols whether you are close to a device or far away. As you think about all the different network protocols, how is it possible for companies to consider using drones to deliver packages? - Answers The company would have to use an IrDA network protocol within close proximity. Infrared Data Association, or IrDA in short, is a group of device manufacturers that developed a standard for transmitting data via infrared (IR) light waves. Which of the following statements is NOT true about a local firewall? - Answers It is also called software firewall. You are studying for your upcoming exam by taking sample quizzes online, your sister is streaming a tv show, your brother is playing an online game, and your parents are both checking email. As you try to go to the next page of questions, an error message pops up: Unable to display page. Why do you think this happened? - Answers Because of net neutrality all of the websites are being treated the same and your ISP does not have enough bandwidth. Why is a cable modem classified as a digital model? - Answers It sends and receives digital data over a digital line. If you want to share information with individuals who are internal to your organization, which type of network would you want to use? - Answers Intranet. An intranet is a private network, operated by a large company or other organisation, which uses internet technologies, but is insulated from the global internet. What does a DSL modem use to send and receive digital data? - Answers Copper telephone wiring. A digital subscriber line (DSL) modem is a device used to connect a computer or router to a telephone line. Which of the following is not a resource able to be shared in a network? - Answers Motherboards How does a wireless network key work with an encrypted wireless network? - Answers The sending and receiving devices must know the wireless network key to communicate. As the new manager at your local grocery store, you want to create a more efficient inventory process by allowing outside vendors and suppliers to review current inventory records and adjust recurring shipment orders to reduce product waste. What type of network should you use? - Answers Extranet. (partially accessed by authorized outside users, enabling businesses to exchange information over the Internet securely.) In order for your router to access Internet connections, it must be connected to a _____. - Answers modem As Chief Financial Officer, you want to send the fourth quarter profit/loss spreadsheets to the president of the company. You know that his administrative assistant often checks his email and there is confidential information in the report that his assistant should not be able to access. How could you send the report without worrying about someone else accessing it? - Answers You could encrypt the data in the report that only you can decode. What is one way hackers can trick you into transmitting personal data over on a public network without your knowledge? - Answers They disguise the network as an evil twin. What is an evil twin in the computer world? - Answers A normal looking yet fraudulent Wi-Fi network that allows hackers to capture personal information users transmit using it. What is an ISP? - Answers A telecommunications company that sells Internet access. (Internet Service Provider). Which of the following could indicate a DoS attack on your company server? - Answers Customers cannot view the website on their device because the page will not load. (Disk Operating System.) Businesses use webinars for all of the following reasons except? - Answers Group discussions In the email communication process, what is the role of the email server? - Answers Routing email messages through the Internet or a private network