Definitions
A human-friendly name for a web-site on the Internet
Domain name
What device converts digital signals to analog signals for transmission over a phone line?
Modem
ICT
Information and Communication Technology
This system helps manage day-to-day business transactions such as payroll and order processing.
Transaction Processing Systems (TPS)
Connection
Link
The fundamental unit of data transmitted over the Internet.
Packet
Which device receives, analyzes, and routes packets towards their destination?
Router
LAN
Local Area Network
Provides routine information for management decisions like sales and inventory.
Management Information Systems (MIS)
Host
Server/Remote computer
A set of rules for exchanging information between devices.
Protocol
Which network device filters packets based on their destination?
Switch
IP
Internet Protocol
Assists with complex decisions using data and analytical models.
Decision Support Systems (DSS)
Answer
Response
A device that connects two networks and only allows necessary packets through.
Bridge
What type of switching sends packets that may take different routes to their destination?
Packet-switching
DSS
Decision Support Systems
Integrates business functions like finance, HR, and supply chain.
Enterprise Resource Planning Systems (ERP)
Bundle
What is the term for the main transmission path handling major data traffic?
Backbone
What term describes an interface enabling communication between dissimilar networks?
Gateway
TLD
Top-level Domain
Provides top executives with internal and external information, often graphically.
Executive Information Systems (EIS)
Spider