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CCNA 1—Module 2 Study Guide

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  1. In 1947, the transistor was invented. About a decade later, the integrated circuit was invented. How are these two inventions related, and what was their impact on computing?
  1. Explain the difference(s) between an end-user device and a network device.
  1. What is a network adapter?
  1. Describe the operation and function of a repeater.
  1. Describe the operation and function of a hub.
  1. Describe the operation and function of a bridge.
  1. Describe the operation and function of a switch.
  1. Describe the operation and function of a router.
  1. Compare and contrast physical and logical network topologies.

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  1. Sketch a bus topology.
  1. Sketch a ring topology.
  1. Sketch a star topology.
  1. Sketch a hierarchical topology.
  1. Sketch a mesh topology.
  1. Sketch an extended star topology.

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  1. Define broadcast topology and give an example.
  1. Define token-passing topology and give a modern example.
  1. What is a protocol? In computing, what is the purpose of a protocol?
  1. List 5 organizations that create and maintain networking protocols.
  1. Describe the physical components and uses of a typical LAN.
  1. What are several key differences between LANs and WANs?
  1. If two LANs are connected across town via a public link, would this be called a WAN link or a MAN link?
  1. If two LANs are connected across town via a private link, would this be called a WAN link or a MAN link?
  1. What is a SAN? List three organizations or types of organizations who might need to build a SAN.
  1. What is a secure tunnel?
  1. Joe Smith travels for his work. From his motel room, he uses a nationwide ISP to access his work e-mail. Is Joe using a VPN? Why or why not?
  1. Compare and contrast the three types of VPNs.

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