WHAT IS IT
It can be as small as two computers linked together or as large as the Internet.
What is COMPUTER NETWORK.
Computer networks can consists of as few as this many computers.
What is TWO.
In this network topology all nodes are individually connected to a central connection point, like a hub or a switch .
What is a STAR.
A device that is connected to the network (can be printers, scanners, or fax machines).
What is NODE.
Advantages of this type of network include: SPEED, LESS NETWORK SIGNAL LOSS AND PHYSICAL SECURITY
What is a WIRED NETWORK.
Cannot be confined by geographical boundaries.
What is a COMPUTER NETWORK.
A network of computers that covers multiple buildings or locations.
What is WAN (Wide Area Network).
In this topology all the nodes are connected to a single cable, called a backbone.
What is BUS.
A fast computer with a larger storage capacity.
What is SERVER.
This particular unit (used in IP addresses) consists of eight bits and is also known as an octet. It can be any number from 0 to 255.
What is BYTE.
A small network designed for a local area.
What is LAN (Local Area Network).
Reasons computers are used.
What is SHARING AND/OR COMMUNICATION.
A network configuration in which device connections create a circular data path.
What is a RING.
Permissions, in a computer network, can only be granted by this person.
What is NETWORK ADMINISTRATOR.
This is the smallest amount of data stored in a computer.
What is BIT.
An item shared over a network (I.e: a printer, server, database or files).
What is a RESOURCE.
The physical arrangement of the elements (links, nodes, etc.) of a network
What is TOPOLOGY.
A local network topology in which the infrastructure nodes (i.e. bridges, switches, and other infrastructure devices) connect directly, and dynamically to as many other nodes as possible.
What is MESH.
A hardware component (wired or wireless) that connects a composure to a network.
What is NETWORK INTERFACE CARD.
This type pf network uses towers, modems, and satellites to transmit information between nodes.
What is WIFI.
Software application that enables workers to collaborate and share information.
What is GROUPWARE.
This is a set of rules for communications on a network.
What is PROTOCOL.
A type of network topology that uses two or more differing network typologies.
What is a HYBRID.
This is a unique physical address assigned to a network interface card by the manufacturer and cannot be changed. (I.e: 00-1E-64-D1-3D-CC)
What is Media Access Control (MAC) address.
This type of network is inexpensive and allows greater flexibility because you don't need cabling but it can be very insecure because signals are broadcast through the air.
What is WIRELESS NETWORK.