NETWORKS

NETWORKS

1. Modems

   • Converts a computer digital signal into a analogue signal
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     • for transmission over an existing telephone line.

2. Hubs

   • Hardware devices that can have a number of devices connected
     • to them.

3. Switches

   • they distribute data packets
     • Similar to hubs but are much more efficient in the way that

4. Bridge

   • COnnect one LAN to another LAN that uses the same protocol.

5. Routers

   • Enable data packets to be routed between the different networks.

6. Acts as an entrance to another network.

7. LAN

   • LOCAL AREA NETWORK.

8. WAN

   • WIDE AREA NETWORKS