B063-1.1 Flashcards
what computer network should ocer use?
LAN- local area network
what devices should be included im ocers LAN?
router/switch/business servers/staff computers/theatre system administrtor
what is a server?
a powerful computer to provide services to the devices on the network
name 3 types of server
file server/web server/database server
what is backing storage?
a device which allows data to be stored on it usually a usb stick
what is a firewall?
a device that sits between the internet and the network any data that passes through the firewall is checked according to a set of rules to protect the newtwork from unauthorized access
what is an nic- network interface card?
a card that sits into a spare space and connects to the mother board and connects and input device to the computer
what is a hub?
a device used to connect many ethernet cable type devices
what is a router?
acts as a wireless access point and provides wireless network access to the devices within wifi range