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Flashcards by 101098an3087, updated more than 1 year ago
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Created by 101098an3087
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| SERVER | Provides services for network users In a smal buisness one server can provide all services that are needed for that network File server-To store and provide files to the user. Web server-Uploads and distributes web pages with their linked files to the Internet. Database server-Provides database services to other computer users and programs. |
| Backup storage | Essential to maintaining the security of data for the theatre. One method of backing up data is to store it on a removable disk. Examples of removable devices are: Hard disks Magnetic tape Or making use of cloud storage |
| Firewall | Plays an important role in protecting networks. They act as security guards for local area networks. All data traffic that passes through the firewall is checked, using a specific set of rules to protect the network from unauthorised hackers. |
| Printers | These can be black or white or colour dependant on the output required, and although they can be attached to a single computer. Printers are likely to be connected via a network so they can be shared. |
| Network infrastructure | Ethernet cabling and fibre optic cabling. |
| Network interface card (NIC) | The network card has an ethernet cable and is fitted into the back of the computer to connect to the motherboard. |
| Hub | A hub is a device for connecting many ethernet cable-type devices, such as computers; it has several ports. |
| Switch | These perform a similar role to hubs, but switched data tansfer is more efficent than hub transfer. |
| Wifi router | Acts as a wireless acces point and provides network access within the theatre for a range of wifi devices such as tablet computers, smart phones and laptop computers. |
| Point of sale | Used to help a retailer automate transactions, in this case the thatre calculates the amount owned by the customer for the tickets they wish to purchase and provides options for payment. |
| Kiosk system | Kiosk systems are custom built for buisnesses to utilise them. |
| Touchscreen monitor | Used for both out put and input, to display imformation and also will allow customers to make selections uising transactions |
| CPU | Used to control the kiosk |
| Printer | Used to print tickets and reciepts |
| Barcode/QR scanner | Can be used to read special offer codes or codes on tickets that have already been purchased. |
| Card reader | Used ti accept payment from credit card , including chip and pin |
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