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By: Juliane Genevro
Created: 2012-04-25
Size: 79 flashcards
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Created: 2012-04-25
Size: 79 flashcards
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current versions of windows support file names up to ___ characters long.
file extension
An optional file identifier that is separated from a main file name by a period is a _______.
executable files
files ending with .exe are _____ files.
the size
information kept about a file includes __________.
file specification
a computers file's location is defined by a ________.
drive
in the accompanying figure c: is an example of
c:/music/reggae/marley one love.mp3
c:/music/reggae/marley one love.mp3
primary folder
in the accompanying figure, music is an example of a _________.
c:/music/reggae/marley one love.mp3
c:/music/reggae/marley one love.mp3
secondary folder
in the current example reggae is an example of this.
c:/music/reggae/marley one love.mp3
c:/music/reggae/marley one love.mp3
file name
in the accompanying figure marley one love is an example of a
c:/music/reggae/marley one love.mp3
c:/music/reggae/marley one love.mp3
file extension
in the accompanying figure mp3 is an example of
c:/music/reggae/marley one love.mp3
ex. .exe, .jpg, .pdf
c:/music/reggae/marley one love.mp3
ex. .exe, .jpg, .pdf
configuration
an extension of .sys designates a ________ type of file.
support
an extension of .ocx designates this type of file.
sound file
an extension of .wav designates this type of file.
copying, renaming, and deleting
file management capabilities available from application software include these type of files.
tag
a file ____ in the context of windows is a piece of information that describes a file.
logical
utilities often use some sort of storage metaphor to help you visualize and mentally organize the files on you disks. The metaphors are called _____ storage models.
tree
one file storage metaphor that is based on a hierarchical diagram is sometimes referred to as a _____ structure.
click on each file while holding down the ctrl key.
using Microsoft windows products, to select files and folders which are not listed consecutively ___________. `
you can click on the first and last file, while holding down the shift key.
using microsoft windows products to select files and folders which are listed consecutively_________.
physical storage model.
a description of what actually happens on the disk and in the circuits is represented by a _________.
factory disk
most hard disks are formatted by ________.
mastering
is the process of creating a cd, dvd, or bd by selecting all the files and then copying them in a single session.
packet writing
in relation to disks, _________ is a recording technology that lets you record in mutiple sessions.
cluster
a group of sectors in called.
HFS +
the file system used by MAC OS is
NTFS
the file system used by windows 7 is ________.
NTFS
the file system used by windows vista is _______.
use a file shredder software
to delete data from a disk in such a way that no one can ever read it you should
fragmented
files stored in non contagious clusters are.
external hard disc
for backup purposes, a fast, inexpensive, and convenient device that, if damaged, all backups will be lost in _________.
removable hard disk
for backup purposes a fast, limited capacity device that can be locked in a secure location is ________.
network server
a device used for backup, whose capacity depends on the space allocated to each user and is fast and convinient is _______
a device used for backup, that is convenient and durable but expensive in high capacity models is __________
USB flashdriver
full system backup
backup includes every file from the computers primary storage device.
differential backup
backup contains any files that have changed since the last full backup.
incremental
backup makes a copy of only those files that were added or changed since your last backup.
recovery disk
disk is a bootable cd, dvd, or other media that contains a complete copy of your computer's hard disk as it existed when shipped from the manufacturer.
image
a disk ____ is a bit by bit copy of the data from all sectors of a disk.
ethernet
today most networks are configure with this type of technology.
computers, networked peripherals, network devices
what devices serve as a node on the network in a LAN?
hubs, switches, and routers
what are some of network devices?
allows work station
in a peer to peer mode, a network __________.
star
a ___ topology features a central connection point for all workstations and peripherals.
topology
the physical arrangement of devices in a network is referred as its physical __________.
ring
in a ____ topology, network nodes are connected in a closed circle.
consists of multiple star networks connected in a bus configuration by a backbone.
a tree topology
gateway
is a generic term for any device or software code used used to join two networks.
communications channel.
is a physical path or a frequency used for signal transmissions.
broadband
high-bandwidth communications systems are sometimes referred to as ___________.
narrowband
dial up internet access is an example of a ________ communications system.
hand shaking
two devices on a network might have to negotiate their communications protocols through a process called...
circuit switching
the telephone network uses a technology called______, which establishes a dedicated, private link between telephones for the duration of the call.
packet switching
in the technology referred to as _ a message is divided into several parcels that can be routed independently to their destination.
DHCP
a protocol known as ___ is designed to automatically distribute IP addresses.
security, fast access, and simple to configure.
advantages of using a wired network include.....
cables
a wired network is one that uses _ to connect to network devices.
IEEE
Most wired networks in homes, school, and businesses use ethernet technology that is defined by _ standards.
topology
current Ethernet standards allow extensive flexibility in network _______ to meet the needs of small and large installations.
package
on an Ethernet ___ is broadcast to every device but is accepted only by the device to which it is addressed.
CSMA/CD
takes care of situations in which two network devices attempt to transmit packets at the same time.
10mbps
the original ethernet standard carried data over a coaxial cable bus topology at
IEEE 802.3 Z
What is the IEEE designation for the gigabit ethernet standard?
Switch
network _ sends data only to the devices specified as the destination.
local area connection
If windows displays the _____ icon and indicates the network is connected it is ready for use.
radio frequency signals.
most wireless networks transport data as...
speed, range and security
what are the disadvantages of using a wireless network compared to a wired network.
type signal, physical environment, and transmitter strength.
wireless signal range can be limited by.
Distance from a transmitter, obstacles that interfere, and transmitter strenghth.
What can impact signal strength on a wireless on a wireless network.
MIMO
___________ technology improves the speed and range of a LAN by using two or more antennae to essentially send multiple sets of signals between network devices.
ad-hoc
In a wireless _ network, devices broadcast directly to each other.
file
A __ server is a computer whose primary purpose is to be a repository for files that can be accessed by network workstations.
wifi
most popular wireless LAN technology is.
IP
To configure a file server, open a browser from any workstation, enter the file server's ___ address, and provide the administrator ID and password.
USB
to set up a print server, connect it to the printers ____ port and access the configuration settings using your browser.
network adapter
a printer with built in networking does not have to be attached to a workstation or a print server because it has its own _______.
Network utility
on macs, you can view the number of packets sent, received, and dropped from your network connection using the ________ application.
Intermitted outages, slow response time, and non availability of network services to all workstation.
Symptoms of network problems include.....
file
server stores files and supplies them to workstations upon request
peer to peer
mode, workstations can share responsibility for processing, storage, printing, and communications task.
About this deck
By: Juliane Genevro
Created: 2012-04-25
Size: 79 flashcards
Views: 25
Created: 2012-04-25
Size: 79 flashcards
Views: 25
About StudyBlue
STUDYBLUE makes things that make you better at school.
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