Networking Hardware
A device that connects two or more networks together, forwarding data packets between them.
What is a Router?
A technology that allows Ethernet cables to transmit both data and electrical power, eliminating the need for separate power cables for certain network devices.
What is Power Over Ethernet?
A device that connects your home or office to a fiber optic internet service provider (ISP). It's essentially the endpoint of a fiber optic network, converting the optical signals from the ISP's fiber cable into electrical signals that your devices can use.
What is Optical Network Terminal (ONT)?
A hardware device that connects multiple devices (like computers, printers, and servers) together within a local area network (LAN). Can be Managed or Unmanaged
What are Switches?
Name 3 components of Power Over Ethernet (POE)
What are Injectors, Switch, and POE standards
A hardware component that allows a computer to connect to a computer network. It acts as an interface, enabling the computer to send and receive data to and from other devices on the network
What is a Network Interface Card (NIC)?
A device that allows wireless devices to connect to a wired network, such as the internet, or a private network.
What are Access Points(AP)?
A simple device that connects multiple computers and devices together. It broadcasts data received from one device to all other connected devices, acting as a central connection point within a local area network (LAN).
What is a HUB?
An approach to network management that uses software to manage and control network functions, such as routing and traffic management, instead of relying on traditional hardware devices.
What is Software-Defined Networking (SDN)?
A piece of networking hardware that contains multiple ports to connect different Ethernet cables.
What is a Patch Panel?
A device that connects your computer or home network to the internet using a coaxial cable. It acts as a bridge between your home network and the cable provider's network, enabling you to access high-speed internet services. Essentially, it translates digital data from your Internet service provider (ISP) into a format your home network can understand.
What is a Cable Modem?
A network security system that monitors and controls incoming and outgoing network traffic based on pre-defined security rules.
What is a Firewall?
What is a Digital Subscriber Line (DSL