Network software

Question 1

What is a network Software ?

Answer 1

Network software refers to a range of software aimed at the design, implementation and operation of computer networks. Network software allows network administrators to see the inner workings of the network, assisting them in managing and monitoring the network.
Allow multiple devices such as desktops, laptops, tablets, mobile phones , and other systems to connect as well as other networks.

Question 2

What is the functions of network software ?

Answer 2

-To set up and install computer networks
-Allows for network administrators to add or remove users from a network
-Helps administrators to protect the network from data breaches, unauthorized access and attacks on a network using a security tool.
-It helps administrators define locations of data storage and allows for users to access that data.

Question 3

What are the different types of connections?

Answer 3

Wired and Wireless

Question 4

Wired Connection

Answer 4

-Wired networks connections use ethernet cables to connect all the devices in a network, such as the computers, routers and switches.

Question 5

Wireless connection

Answer 5

-Wireless networks use radio signals to connect all the devices in a network (such as the computers, routers and printers)

Question 6

what is data transmission speeds?

Answer 6

The rate at which data is transferred over a connection media (wired/wireless)
-the wireless network depends on the standard of the network. Wi-Fi standards are certified by the institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)
the main IEEE standard for wireless networks is 802.11
WLAN is slower than LAN

Question 7

What is Intranet?

Answer 7

An intranet is a secure, internal network that uses web technologies to distribute organizational data and information exclusively (only) to employees. It operates on internet protocols to facilitate the transfer of data within the organization. An intranet serves as an organization’s private version of the internet.

Question 8

What are the uses of an Intranet?

Answer 8

-Internal communications
-Document Management
-Information sharing
-Support and Maintenance
- Collaboration Tools
-Employee Services