Networking
In computer terminology what does the acronym LAN stand for?
Local-area network
RAM
This preinstalled data tells a device how to work. It is found in TVS, remote controls, game consoles, printers, and traffic lights
Firmware
This Internet protocol can transmit encrypted data
HTTPS
input device used to move or select items on a screen on computers with a GUI
mouse
This converts AC power DC
power supply
This software helps an OS communicate with peripherals like printers, scanners, and cameras
Device Driver
Use this to prevent access by a MiTM when using public WiFi
VPN
what is the piece of hardware that links your computer to other computers and information services through telephone lines.
modem
Before working on a computer's hardware, do this
Ground yourself using an ESD wrist stap
Which type of operating system is easiest for consumers to visually navigate and prevents users from accidentally deleting important files.
GUI
One off-site
What are three ways data can be transmitted
Light (fiber optic)
Electricity (Ethernet)
Radiowaves (wifi/cell)
A device connected to a computer's communication port (physically or wirelessly)
A peripheral
This is a type of program that permits running multiple OSes
Writing data to mulitple drives simultaneously permits fastest recovery for systems that need to be accessible at all times. What is this method of backup called
Redundancy
This method of networking (among wifi and cabled networks) gives fastest speeds
Fiber Optic
VISUAL Question!!!
USB connector
This component gets things running until the OS takes over
BIOS
Strongest wireless encryption method
WPA2