Hardware
Device used by ISP to connect a home to the Web.
What is a Modem?
Software framework designed by Apple that lets users configure and communicate with smart-home device
What is HomeKit?
Broadcasts the internet signal to wireless device throughout a home.
What is a router?
Blocks your connection/devices from accessing external networks.
What is a firewall
WiFi Booster that duplicates the available wireless signal for wider coverage
What is a Range Extender?
Controlled by an ISP, impacts the stability and speed of an internet connection.
What is bandwidth?
Component or device within a networking system.
What is a node?
Connects two networks with with different transmission protocols together.
What is a gateway?
When wifi is not available this allow for a hard-wired connection to the internet.
What is an Ethernet Cable?
System of strategically placed nodes that optimizes network coverage.
What is mesh networking?