Practice Securing A Network (3.5) - Fundamentals of Networking & Security

Practice: Securing a Network

Lesson 3.5Fundamentals of Networking & Security

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6 sample questions

Question 1.
What does it mean to use strong passwords?
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Think about what makes a password hard to guess.
Question 2.
Why is it important to enable firewalls?
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Consider what a firewall does for your network.
3Question 3.
What is the purpose of a firewall?
- To monitor internet speed
- To control incoming and outgoing traffic
- To increase Wi-Fi range
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Think about what a firewall does at the network's boundary.
4Question 4.
True or False: Segmenting a network can help limit the impact of a breach.
- True
- False
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Consider how controlling access can minimize damage.
Question 5.
Evaluate a company’s network that has experienced repeated breaches due to outdated software. What strategy could be implemented to improve their situation?
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Consider the frequency and method for applying updates.
Question 6.
Design a secure network for a company with sensitive data and frequent guest visitors. Detail the segmentation your design includes and the rationale behind it.
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Think about how guests and employees access the data differently.

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