Components on a network Flashcards
What is this and what is it used for?
A hub is the central point of a network. Information sent to the hub can then flow to any other computer connected to the network.
What is this and what is it used for?
A switch serves the same purpose as a hub by connecting computers together in a network. It serves as a central connection point for the whole network.
What is this and what is it used for?
A router is something that forwards data packages along a network. It is connected to at least two networks - often two LANs or a LAN and a WAN. They are located at gateways where two or more networks connect.
What is this and what is it used for?
A repeater is a device that receives a signal and retransmits it a higher level or power, or onto another side of obstruction, so that the signal can cover long distances.
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A network bridge is something that connects multiple network segments. It can filter data traffic at a network boundary. They reduce traffic in a LAN into two segments.
What is this and what is it used for?
A network card (also known as a NIC - network interface controller) is something that connects a computer to a computer network.
What is this and what is it used for?
A wireless access point is a device that allows wireless devices to connect to a wired network using Wi-Fi.
What is this and what is it used for?
A modem is a device or program that enables a computer to transmit data over, for example, telephone or cable lines. Computer information is stored digitally.
