Networking Flashcards

1
Q

What is a network?

A

Interconnection of two or more computing devices.

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2
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What can a network do?

A
  • File sharing between two computers
  • Video chatting across different parts of the world
  • Surfing the Web
  • Instant messaging (IM) between computer with IM software installed.
  • E-mail
  • Voice over IP (VoIP)
  • A converged network is one that transports multiple forms of traffic (video, voice, and
    data)
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3
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Physical elements of network components?

A

laptop, switch, router, wireless access point, the cabling used to connect the devices

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4
Q

Software elements of network components?

A

Anything that provides information in response to a request like email hosting services and web hosting services.

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