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networks
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- 1WANwide area network:
the computers are large distance apart and linked by phone or satellite connections - 2LANlocal area network:
where all the networked computers are in the same building or on the same site - 3star networkall the computers are connected to a central hub, which directs the flow of data
- 4bus network topologythe simplest type, where each computer is connected to the computers on either side
- 5ring network topologythe computers in a ring network are connected to each other in a loop
- 6extranetPart of an intranet can be accessed by authorised members of the public
- 7intranetA network providing similar services to the internet but only available within one company
- 8World Wide Web (www)The collection of multimedia info resources available on the internet
- 9bridgeConnects a LAN to an other LAN
- 10switchA device that filters data packets and forwards them between segments of the network
- 11Network interface card (NIC)Computer hardware, generally installed inside the computer or peripheral, that allows devices to connect to a wired network
- 12GatewayA system that allows LAN connect with a WAN such as the internet
- 13Router (generally located at gateways)A device that forwards data packets along a network. They determine the best path for forwarding the packets, by communicating with other routers
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- GCSE ICT Flashcards on networks, created by ascolt-a on 20/10/2015.
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