FC0-U71 Infrastructure Practice Test 1 — 15 Questions

Question 1

A network administrator is designing a new office network and wants to use a topology that provides redundancy so that if one cable fails, communication can still occur via alternate paths. Which TWO topologies offer this redundancy? (Choose TWO.)

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Accepted Answer

Hybrid topology. Mesh topology connects every device to every other device, providing multiple paths so that a single cable failure does not disrupt communication. Hybrid topology combines multiple topologies and can include redundant paths (e.g., a partial mesh component) allowing alternate routes. In contrast, star topology lacks alternate paths for the affected device, ring topology breaks entirely with a single cable fault, and bus topology also fails when the main cable is broken.

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Ring topology

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Star topology

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Bus topology

Question 2

A technician is upgrading a desktop computer's memory. Which component would the technician most likely replace to improve system performance using dual-channel architecture?

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RAM. Dual-channel memory requires two identical RAM sticks installed in matching slots to increase memory bandwidth. The upgrade involves replacing or adding RAM modules.

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GPU

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Storage drive

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CPU

Question 3

A user wants to transfer files from a smartphone to a laptop. The smartphone supports USB-C with USB 3.0, and the laptop has both USB-A and USB-C ports. Which cable type is most appropriate for maximum transfer speed?

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USB-C to USB-C cable. USB-C to USB-C cable ensures both ends support USB 3.0 speeds. USB-A might be limited if the port is older. Direct USB-C connection avoids speed bottlenecks.

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USB-A to USB-C cable

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USB-C to Thunderbolt cable

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USB-A to USB-A cable

Question 4

A company issues smartphones to employees and needs to enforce security policies such as remote wipe and mandatory encryption. Which technology should the IT department implement?

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MDM. Mobile Device Management (MDM) allows administrators to enforce policies, configure settings, and remotely wipe devices. It is designed for corporate device management.

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Antivirus software

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VPN

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Firewall

Question 5

A network administrator is setting up a small office network with 20 computers. The network must be easy to troubleshoot and resilient to a single cable failure affecting only one device. Which topology is most appropriate?

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Star. Star topology connects each device to a central switch. If one cable fails, only that device is affected, making it easy to troubleshoot. It is the most common for modern networks.

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Ring

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Bus

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Mesh

Question 6

Which wireless standard operates on both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands, providing faster speeds and better performance in crowded environments compared to its predecessor?

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802.11ax. 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6) operates on both bands, offers higher data rates, and handles multiple devices efficiently. It is the latest mainstream standard.

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802.11n

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802.11g

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802.11ac

Question 7

A user's laptop has a SATA SSD, and they want to upgrade to a faster storage solution. Which interface technology would provide the most significant performance improvement?

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NVMe M.2. NVMe M.2 drives connect via PCIe, offering much higher speeds than SATA, which is limited to about 550 MB/s. NVMe can reach several GB/s.

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Hybrid drive (SSHD)

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External USB 3.0 SSD

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SATA M.2

Question 8

Which device converts the signal from an ISP (e.g., cable or fiber) into a digital signal that a home network can use?

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Modem. A modem modulates/demodulates signals from the ISP to digital data. It is essential for internet connectivity.

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Access point

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Router

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Switch

Question 9

Which printer technology is most suitable for printing high-volume black-and-white text documents in an office environment due to its lower cost per page?

Accepted Answer

Laser. Laser printers use toner and are efficient for high-volume text printing, with lower cost per page than inkjets.

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Inkjet

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Thermal

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Impact

Question 10

A technician needs to install a wireless network in a large warehouse. The goal is to minimize interference and support many devices. Which frequency band is best for this scenario?

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5 GHz. 5 GHz offers less interference and more channels, ideal for crowded environments with many devices. 2.4 GHz has more interference and slower speeds.

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60 GHz

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900 MHz

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2.4 GHz

Question 11

An organization needs to run multiple operating systems on a single physical server to isolate development environments. Which virtualization technology should they use?

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Type 1 hypervisor. A Type 1 hypervisor runs directly on hardware and allows multiple VMs with different OSes. It is efficient for server virtualization.

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Containerization

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Dual boot

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Type 2 hypervisor

Question 12

Which of the following is an example of a PAN (Personal Area Network) technology?

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Bluetooth. Bluetooth is used for short-range communication between personal devices, forming a PAN.

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Cellular

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Wi-Fi

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Ethernet

Question 13

A user connects to a website using its domain name. Which server translates that domain name into an IP address?

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DNS server. DNS (Domain Name System) servers resolve domain names to IP addresses, enabling browsers to locate web servers.

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Proxy server

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Web server

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DHCP server

Question 14

A small business is setting up a LAN. Which TWO of the following are characteristics of a LAN?

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Connects devices within a single building or campus. LANs are confined to a small geographic area like a building, and typically use Ethernet or Wi-Fi. WANs cover larger areas.

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Uses cellular technology like 4G LTE

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Requires a modem to connect all devices

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Covers a large geographic area such as a city

Question 15

A user wants to purchase a new monitor for gaming. Which THREE specifications are most important for a smooth gaming experience?

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Response time (e.g., 1ms, 5ms). Resolution (e.g., 1080p or 4K), refresh rate (e.g., 144Hz for smooth motion), and response time (low for less blur) are key gaming specs.

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Built-in speakers

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Number of USB ports