3.4 Network Characteristics Flashcards
What is DHCP?
A protocol that automatically assigns IP addresses to client devices.
What is a software firewall?
A software that prevents unauthorised access to a network. It inspects incoming and outgoing traffic using a set of rules to identify and block threats.
What is SSID?
The name of the wireless network
What are NIC drivers?
Network Interface Card is a hardware component, typically a circuit board or chip, which is installed on a computer so it can connect to a network.
What is security software?
Built in encryption software with varying user access levels.
What is WAP?
Wireless application protocol
A set of protocols to allow wireless users to access the network.
What is a web browser?
A software application that allows access to webpages and helps display them.
What is 1G, 2G, 3G, 4G, 5G?
Mobile communication platforms with different speeds.
1G, 2G, 3G, 4G, 5G
Which one is digital?
1G, the rest are analogue.
1G, 2G, 3G, 4G, 5G?
Which is the fastest?
5G
What is LTE?
Long Term Evolution
It’s 4G alternative with a fast and large capacity.
What is WiMax?
Fast and suitable mobile communication service. However, it can only travel in direct line of sight.
What are sensor networks?
a.k.a. internet of things. A group of sensors where each sensor monitors data in a different location and sends that data to a central location for storage, viewing, and analysis.
What are the dangers of network security breaches? List 5
Stops operations
Disturb privacy
Unauthorised Access
Virus or Malicious Code
DOS attacks
Steal identities
Steal Devices
Steal sensitive information
What can viruses and malicious code cause?
Stopping/Monitoring or replicating functions. To consume system resources.
Could record key strokes or report back information to an anonymous user.
