Network Devices Flashcards
(12 cards)
1
Q
Forwards traffic between IP Subnets
Connect different networks together
A
Router
2
Q
Bridging done in hardware
Connect different devices together
A
Switch
3
Q
Provides link between wired connection and wireless network
A
Access Point
4
Q
Protect individual computers and networks from unwanted intrusion
A
Firewall
5
Q
IDS
A
Intrusion Detection System
6
Q
IPS
A
Intrusion detection System
7
Q
Multi-port repeater
A
Hub
8
Q
Broadband communication
uses different traffic types
A
Cable Modem
9
Q
Uses telephone lines
A
DSL Modem
Digital Subscriber Line
10
Q
Converts fiber network to copper network (Ethernet)
A
ONT
Optical Network Terminal
11
Q
fundamental device that connects network to device
A
NIC
Network Interface Card
12
Q
A
