Chapter 7 Flashcards
Computer Network
2+ computers that are connected so they can communicate with each other
Benefits:
- sharing printers
- internet connections
A Node
Each device connected to a network
Network administration involves tasks such as
- Install
- Computers/ Devices
- Monitor Network for efficient performance
- Configure and set up security for network
Data transfer rated OR
Bandwidth
The maximum speed at which data can be transmitted between two work stations on a network
Throughput
The actual speed of data transfer that is achieved
Local Area Network (LAN)
A network in which the nodes are located within a small geographic area (school or restaurant)
Home Area Network (HAN)
A specific type of network located in a home
Wide Area Network (WAN)
Spans a large physical distance
The internet is the largest one
Peer-to-peer (P2P)
Example of a locally administered network
Each node connected on the P2P network can communicate directly with every other node on the network
Fiber- Optic cable
Made up of plastic or glass fibers that transmit data at the fastest speeds
Client Network
An example of a centrally administrated network
A computer where users can accomplish tasks
Server
An example of a centrally administrated network
The computer that provides resources
Wireless Fidelity WiFi
The standard for wireless Ethernet networks is 802.11
802.11AC
The current and fastest wireless Ethernet standard, also has better signal range
UTP Cable
The most popular transmission media networks
