Networking Flashcards
Name 9 types of network hardware
Modem
Router
Firewall
Switch
Gateway
Bridge
Repeater
NIC (Network Interface Card)
WAP (Wireless Access Point)
What are the hardwares used for typical home network setup?
Modem - Router
What are the hardwares used for typical corporate network setup?
Modem - Router/Firewall | Switch, Repeater, Wireless Access Point
What is the use of modem?
To modulate and demodulate transmission
Modulate - digital to analogue
Demodulate - analogue to digital
What is the use of router?
To manage and forward data packets to devices network
What is the use of switch?
Forwards data between LAN using a MAC address
What is the use of firewall?
A software/hardware device that checks incoming data and blocks dangerous data from entering the network
What is the use of gateway?
Connect the Internet to networks
What is the use of repeater?
Receives signal and amplifies it before sending it out again
What is the use of wireless access point?
The access point where wireless signal are sent out and received (eg WiFi)
What is the use of bridge?
To connect different networks
What is the function of protocol?
To maintain network’s stability,
by allowing components integrating and using networks to comply with their standards so data transfer through network can be standardized
What is PAN?
Small network used by direct communication between devices through wired or wireless mediums (eg USB, Bluetooth, Infrared)