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Networks
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- 1What is a computer networkIt is 2 or more devices joined together to share resources.
- 2Describe a LAN.A LAN is a local area network used for small areas like schools or your house.
- 3What is a WAN.A WAN is a wide area network which is used for cities and businesses.
- 4What are the advantages of a computer network?You can communicate with friends
- 5What are the disadvantages of a computer network?Can be addictive.
- 6What devices are needed to produce a LAN?PC
hub
switch
rourter
Network interface card - 7What is the purpose of a NIC?allows you to communicate using a wired connection
- 8What is the purpose of a Router?Router connects you to the internet wirelessly
- 9What is the purpose of a Hub?Connects LAN to PC
- 10What is the purpose of a Switch?connects devices together
- 11What is the purpose of a WAP?Allows LAN's to connect to the internet wireless.
- 12What is the difference between a Hub and a Switch?Hub connects computers and switch connects networks
- 13What is the Internet?Network giving info to users
- 14What is the World Wide Web?connects multiple documents
- 15What is the purpose of a Modem?allows you to use the telephone
- 16What is the purpose of an ISP?Provides internet
- 17What is an IP address?Tells you where you last used the internet
- 18What does HTTP stand for?defines the messages in the WWW.
- 19What is a URL?the address of a World Wide Web page
- 20How is a URL constructed?address of a web page
- 21What are the three different network topologies?Star
bus
ring
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- Flashcards on Networks, created by Esa Ahmed on 08/10/2018.
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