1.2 Network access services Flashcards
Which layer does the NIC work
Layer 2 and 1
what is the NIC job
determins which network protocols will be used. Also provides local network node address.
Layer 1 Nic
Determines how the network data traffic will be converted a bit at a time into an electrical signal that can traverse the network media being used.
RADIUS
Remote authentication dial in User Service
What does RADIUS do
RADIUS combines authentication and authorization. It’s widely used for managing access to wireless networks, VPNs, and dial-up connections.
Which protocol does RADIUS operate?
AAA
What is the AAA protocol
Authentication, Authorization, and Accounting. It’s a framework used to control and track access within a computer network.
Which network protocols provide AAA functionality
TACACS+, RADIUS, Diameter
TACACS+
Developed by Cisco, TACACS+ separates authentication, authorization, and accounting into separate phases. It’s commonly used in network devices like routers and switches.
RAS
Remote access services
What is RAS
Encompasses various technologies and protocols that enable remote access.
Common RAS Protocols
PPTP, L2TP IPsec, SSL/TLS
Web services
standardized method for propagating messages between client and server applications over a network.