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- 1Networks glossaryyes
- 2networktwo or more devices connected together in order to communicate and share resources
- 3nodea device connected to a network
- 4Packeta chunk of data that forms part of a message
- 5Hardwarethe physical parts of a network
- 6LanLocal area network
- 7Lan IsA network tat covers a single building or small site
- 8WanWide Area Network
- 9Wan isA network that covers a large geographical area of at least one mile
- 10what is a routera device that sends packets between networks. It makes decisions about where to send data and by what route
- 11Wap (wireless access point)A device that allows devices to connect to a network using standards such as wifi and bluetooth
- 12switchFilters and forwards data packets directly to the intended recipient
- 13HubFilters forwards data packets to all connected nodes
- 14NIC (network interface card)A computer component that allows a computer to connect a network
- 15MAC AddressA unique number assigned to each NIC. Identifies any devices on a network
- 16IP AddressA unique number that identifies a device on the internet
- 17Client serverMostly common way to organize a LAN. One or more computers are designated servers. A server typically looks after logins and security file handling printing and internet access.
- 18peer to peerAll computers are considered equal. Functionally can be divided amongst nodes. Each computer can act as a server.
- 19network topologyNetwork topology refers to the manner in which the links and nodes of a network are arranged to relate to each other
- 20examples of topologiesMesh Topology, Star Topology, Bus Topology, Ring Topology, Hybrid Topology.
- 21what is the definition of a networka group or system of connected people
- 22advantages of a networkcommunication is easier
shares files easily
shares devices - 23disadvantagesdangers of hacking
can also be expensive - 24hardware needed to make a networknetwork interface card
- 25network interface cardA NIC is a hardware component, typically a chip, which is installed on a computer so it can connect to a network.
- 26Types of networksPERSONAL AREA NETWORK
LOCAL AREA NETWORK
WIRELESS LOCAL AREA NETWORK
METROPOLITAN AREA NETWORK
WIDE AREA NETWORK
STORAGE AREA NETWORK
VIRTUAL PRIVATE NETWORK - 27Roles within NetworksPeer to peer
Client server - 28network addressesIP address
MAC address - 29—
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