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Computer science definitions
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- 1VariableSomething stored in memory that can change
- 2NetworkTwo or more devices connected together in order to communicate and share resources
- 3NodeA device connected to a network
- 4PacketA chunk of data that forms part of a message
- 5Network hardwarethe physical parts of a server
- 6LAN Local Area NetworkA network that covers a single building or small site
- 7WAN Wide Area NetworkA network that covers a large geographical area of at least one mile
- 8RouterA device that sends packets between networks
- 9WAP: Wireless access pointA device that allows devices to connect to a network wirelessly
- 10SwitchExtension ports for router.
Filters forwards data packets directly to intended recipient - 11HubFilters forwards data packets to the connected nodes
- 12NIC: Network Interface ControllerA computer component that allows a computer to connect to a network
- 13MAC AddressA unique number assigned to each NIC. Identifies any device on a network
- 14IP AddressA unique number that identifies a device on the internet
- 15SecurityThe server controls the security of the network
- 16ManagementThe server manages the network
- 17DependencyClients are dependent on the server
- 18PerformanceThe server can be upgraded to be more powerful
- 19BackupsData is all backed up onto the server
- 20Client server networkMost common way to organize a LAN
- 21Peer to peer networkAll computers are considered equal
- 22TopologyThe physical layout of a network
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- Key Stage 3 Computing Flashcards on Computer science definitions, created by Henri Laurin on 13/01/2022.
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