Network Technologies Flashcards
(8 cards)
1
Q
Connects computers within a building or campus.
A
- Local Area Network (LAN)
2
Q
Connects geographically dispersed locations
A
- Wide Area Network (WAN)
3
Q
Larger than LAN, often encompassing multiple LANs.
A
- Extended Area Network (EAN):
4
Q
Converts analog data to digital and vice versa.
A
- Modem
5
Q
Directs data packets between networks.
A
- Router
6
Q
Monitors and filters network traffic based on security rules.
A
- Firewall
7
Q
Manages traffic within a LAN by forwarding data to the correct device.
A
- Switch
8
Q
Transmit large volumes of data at high speed over long distances.
A
- Fiber-optic cables
