Linux Networking Concepts Flashcards
CompTIA Linux+ XK0-006 (V8) Flashcards

| Front | Back |
| How do you restart the NetworkManager service on a Linux system | systemctl restart NetworkManager |
| How do you view active network connections and listening ports using modern tools | ss -tuln |
| What command can test connections to specific ports on a remote server | telnet or nc |
| What command checks for open ports and services running on a Linux system | netstat or ss |
| What command displays network interfaces and their IP configurations | ip addr show |
| What does the 'ifconfig' command do on Linux | Configures or displays network interfaces (deprecated in newer Linux versions) |
| What is the command to display routing table information in Linux | ip route show |
| What is the command to flush or clear the IP address configuration on an interface | ip addr flush dev [interface] |
| What is the default configuration file for hostname resolution in Linux | /etc/hosts |
| What is the primary configuration file for network interface settings in Linux systems | /etc/network/interfaces |
| What tool can capture and analyze network packets in real-time | tcpdump |
| Which configuration file is used to define DNS servers in Linux | /etc/resolv.conf |
| Which protocol is commonly used for transferring files between Linux systems securely | SCP (Secure Copy Protocol) |
| Which service is used to dynamically assign IP addresses in a Linux network | DHCP |
| Which tool is used to test network connectivity by sending ICMP echo requests | ping |
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About the Flashcards
Flashcards for the CompTIA Linux+ exam guide you through essential Linux networking tasks, from configuring interfaces to verifying connectivity. Each card reinforces critical system files like /etc/network/interfaces, commands such as ip addr show, and troubleshooting tools including ping and tcpdump, making it easier to recall what you need under exam pressure.
The deck also covers service management with systemctl, secure file transfers via SCP, dynamic addressing with DHCP, and port auditing using netstat or ss. By practicing these flashcards, you'll sharpen the terminology and command-line skills required to manage routing, DNS resolution, and real-time packet analysis on exam day.
Topics covered in this flashcard deck:
- Network interface files
- IP and routing commands
- Connectivity testing tools
- DNS and hostname resolution
- Packet capture and analysis