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36 Cards in this Set
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Host/Client |
allows for multiple clients to connect and share resources shared on a host server |
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Application Server |
designed for or dedicated to running specific applications for individual clients in order to keep resources available for other tasks |
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Hub |
device for connecting multiple devices together making them act as a single network segment |
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Switch |
computer networking device that connects network segments |
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Router |
device that forwards data packets between multiple networks |
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WAP |
Wireless Access Point device allows wireless devices to connect to a wired network using Wi-Fi or related standards |
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Proxy Server |
server that acts as an intermediary for requests from clients seeking resources from other servers |
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Firewall |
device or set of devices which is configured to permit or deny computer applications/services based upon a set of rules and other critera |
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VPN |
Virtual Private Network device that provides cost savings for connectivity via remote-access |
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Repeater |
electronic device that receives a signal and retransmits it at a higher level and or higher power so that a signal can cover longer distances |
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Layers of Routing |
Access Distribution Core |
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LAN |
Local Area Network Supplies network capabilities to a group of computers/ nodes that are within close proximity to each other |
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WAN |
Wide Area Network smaller multiple networks such as LAN's and MAN's are interconnected to encompass a large geographic area such as a state, province or territory |
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MAN |
Metropolitan Area Network large computer network that usually spans a city or large campus. Usually interconnects a number of LANs |
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GAN |
Global Access Network network comprised of multiple different interconnected networks (LAN, MAN, WAN etc). Has UNLIMITED geographic area |
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IPv4 |
Internet Protocol version 4 32 bit format address utilized for any item that connects to the internet |
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IPv6 |
128 bit |
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NIPRNet |
Non-Classified internet Protocol Router Network exchange sensitive but UNCLAS information |
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SIPRNet |
Secret Internet Protocol Router Network Classified info up to and including SECRET |
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JWICS |
Joint Worldwide Intelligence Communications System TS/SCI |
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TCP/IP |
Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol basic communication language or protocol for using internet |
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DODN GIG |
Global Information Grid |
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DISN |
Defense Information System Network DoD enterprise network for providing data, video and voice services |
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NMCI |
Navy Marine Corps Intranet |
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Explain ONE-NET Network |
Navy-wide initiative to install common and secure IT infrastructure to OCONUS Navy Locations |
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Virus |
code that attacks computers and networks through contaminated data files |
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Worm |
malware that infects by very fast self replication, usually through email |
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Trojan |
computer program that appears to be legitimate or useful that secretly performs destructive or illegal activities |
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Backdoor |
method of bypassing normal authentication, securing remote access to a computer |
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Phishing |
act of acquiring or attempting to acquire private or sensitive data from personal computer |
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Dictionary Attack |
breaking into a password protected computer or server by entering every word in the dictionary |
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Privilege Escalation |
network intrusion that takes advantage of programming errors or design flaws the grant the attacker elevated access |
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Brute Force Attack |
trial and error method used to obtain information such as password or pin. Software generates a large list of consecutive guesses to potentially gain access |
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Social engineering |
relies heavily on human interaction in attempts for humans to break normal security procedures |
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PKI |
Public Key Infrastructure Provides digital certificate to identify an individual or organization. Provides secure private way to exchange data or money |
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DNS |
Domain Name System translates internet domain and host names into IP addresses. Automatically converts the names into a web browser |
