1. Define the term protocol.

2. Define the term topology

3. State the network topology being used in Figure 1-32 (bus, star, ring, or mesh).

(a) (b)

(c) (d)

4. What are the seven layers of the OSI model? from 7-1
5. Which OSI layer is responsible for adding a header that includes routing information?
6. Which OSI layer is considered the media access control layer?
7. TCP functions at which layer of the OSI model?
8. Define the acronym CSMA/CD
9. Define the acronym OUI
10. State the class of address (A, B, or C) for the following IP addresses:
a. 46.39.42.05

b. 220.244.38.168

c. 198.1.0.4

d. 126.87.12.34

e. 99.150.200.251
 f. 128.64.32.16

8. List five steps that can be used to protect the home network.

9. What do EIA and TIA stand for?

10. How many pins does an RJ-45 modular plug have?

11. What is the data rate for gigabit Ethernet?

12. What are the color maps and pin # assignments for T568A and T568B?

13. What is the purpose of an access point?

14. Which of the following is not a step in building an office LAN?

a. Obtaining proper government permits

b. Configuring the network settings

c. Connecting the devices together

d. Network documentation