Firewall and router - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

NTA Final Review Questions and Answers 100% Pass Question: What is the primary purpose of a subnet mask in networking? Answer: To determine which portion of an IP address identifies the network and which part identifies the host within that network. Question: How does a VLAN improve network management? Answer: By segmenting a physical network into multiple logical networks, which improves performance, enhances security, and simplifies network management. Question: What is the f...

Layer 7 Firewall - A firewall capable of parsing Application layer protocol headers and data (such as HTTP or SMTP) so that sophisticated, content sensitive ACLs can be developed. Also known as NGFW. Can operate at the: Session Layer 5 Presentation Layer 6 Application Layer 7 Layer 4 Firewall - Defines what traffic should go to what networks. Can be used for traffic filtering and allowing or blocker port traffic. Can operates at the: Network Layer 3 Transport 4 Modem - A ______...

What is another term for a demilitarized zone (DMZ)? - Screened subnet is another term for a demilitarized zone (DMZ). Two firewalls are used in this configuration: one firewall resides between the public network and DMZ, and the other resides between the DMZ and private network. Screened subnet - is another term for a demilitarized zone (DMZ). Two firewalls are used in this configuration: one firewall resides between the public network and DMZ, and the other resides between the DMZ and pri...

Local Area Network (LAN) A network that covers a relatively small area such as a building or group of buildings (1.1 & 2.7) Personal Area Network (PAN) - Provides communication for devices owned by a single user that work over a short distance - Bluetooth, IR, NFC, etc. (1.1 & 2.7) LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Lightweight & Inexpensive - Poor black levels due to Separate Backlight (1.2) TN (twisted nematic) Fast response Times - Low cost - Low Power Use - Limited Viewing Angles (1.2)...

What network protocol allows devices to discover and communicate with each other on the network, without the need for manual configuration or user intervention? Correct Answer-Correct! Universal Plug and Play Correct. Universal Plug and Play allows printers, mobile devices, and some smart home IoT appliances to discover and communicate with each other on the network. A user reports having issues with Internet Explorer on Windows 10. The service technician would like to further troubleshoot...

NTA Lesson 04 Questions and Answers Graded A+ Question: What does NTA stand for in the context of networking? Answer: NTA stands for Network Traffic Analysis, which involves monitoring and analyzing network traffic to identify performance issues, security threats, and optimize network performance. Question: What is the primary function of a network switch? Answer: The primary function of a network switch is to receive, process, and forward data packets between devices on a local ...

For PCI DSS requirement 1, firewall and router rule sets need to be reviewed every _____________ months - correct answer-6 months Non-console administrator access to any web-based management interfaces must be encrypted with technology such as......... - correct answer-HTTPS Requirements 2.2.2 and 2.2.3 cover the use of secure services, protocols and daemons. Which of the following is considered to be secure? - correct answer-SSH Which of the following is considered "Sensitive Authenti...

PCI DSS Area 1 - Build and Maintain a Secure Network and Systems PCI DSS Requirement One - Install and maintain a firewall configuration to protect cardholder data PCI DSS Requirement 1.1 - Establish and implement firewall and router configuration standards that include the following: 1-A Formal Process for Change Management 2-A Current Network Diagram, process to keep current 3-A Cardholder Data Flows 4-Firewall at all access points to the network (DMZ or Internet Connections) 5-Grou...

WGU D075 Pre- Assessment (Latest 2024/ 2025 Update) Information Technology Management Essentials | Qs & As| 100% Correct| Grade A Q: A large heating and air conditioning company provides each employee with a small computing device that the employees use to track work and accept payments. Which term refers specifically to this type of device? *Peripheral computer *Microcomputer *Minicomputer *Handheld computer Answer: Handheld computer Q: What is the major function of a comp...

PCIP Question and answers already passed 2023/2024 PCI DSS Area 1 - correct answer Build and Maintain a Secure Network and Systems PCI DSS Requirement One - correct answer Install and maintain a firewall configuration to protect cardholder data PCI DSS Requirement 1.1 - correct answer Establish and implement firewall and router configuration standards that include the following: 1-A Formal Process for Change Management 2-A Current Network Diagram, process to keep current 3-A Cardholder...