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INTERNET HARDWARE
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- 1ClientA computer/device that uses services provided by a server
The computer you use to access the internet is a client - 2RoutersDevices the route (direct) data traffic through a network
They are are intelligent and will try to find the best routes - 3BackboneA 'big' cable (often fiber optic) that connects a large number of devices in the 'core' of the internet
- 4ServerRuns special software to serve other computers
Different types include file, print, web and email servers - 5CablesForm the connection between all this hardware.
Includes all kinds of cable, such as fiber and telephone lines - 6Connection methodcable, fiber optic, telephone cables and mobile broadband
- 7ISP (internet service provider)An ISP allows connection to the internet
It would be to expensive to connect to the internet directly so the ISP gives an easy way for connection - 8Point of presenceA point of presence (POP) is an access point to the internet
An ISP may have several POPs to allow good access to the internet - 9Network Access PointA network access point (NAP) is where different networks interconnect, such as your home network onto the internet
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