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Networks Glossary
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- 1NetworkTwo or more devices connected together in order to communicate and share resources
- 2NodeA device connected to a network
- 3PacketA chunk of data that forms part of a message
- 4HardwareThe physical parts of a network
- 5Local Area Network (LAN)A network that covers a single building or small site
- 6Wide Area Network (WAN)A network that covers a large geographical area of at least one mile
- 7RouterA device that sends packets between networks. It makes decisions about where to send data and by what route
- 8Wireless Access Point (WAP)A device that allows devices to connect to a network using standards such as Wi-Fi and Bluetooth
- 9SwitchFilters and forwards data packets directly to the intended recipient
- 10HubFilters and forwards data packets to all connected nodes
- 11Network Interface Controller (NIC)A computer component that allows a computer to connect to a network
- 12MAC AddressA unique number assigned to each NIC that identifies any device on a network
- 13IP AddressA unique number that identifies a device on the Internet
- 14Client Server NetworkMost common way to organise a LAN. One or more computers are designated servers. A server typically looks after:
- Logins and security
- Internet access
- File handling
-Printing - 15Peer to Peer NetworkAll computers are considered equal. Functionality can be divided amongst nodes. Each computer can act as a server.
- 16TopologyThe physical layout of a network
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- Flashcards on Networks Glossary, created by Charlotte Boag on 13/01/2022.
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