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CISCO CCNA Semester 1: Introduction to Networks > Chapter 1.1: Exploring the Network: Globally Connected > Flashcards

Chapter 1.1: Exploring the Network: Globally Connected Flashcards

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What are four main network sizes?

1.1.2.1

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  • Small Home Networks
  • Small Office Home Office Networks (SOHO)
  • Medium to Large Networks
  • World Wide Networks
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What is a Small Home Network?

What can Small Home Networks do?

1.1.2.1

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A network that connects a few computers to each other and the Internet.

They enable sharing of resources like printers, documents, pictures, music and video between a few local computers.

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What is a SOHO Network?

Who uses a SOHO Network?

What is the main purpose of a SOHO?
1.1.2.1

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A SOHO Network is a Small Office/Home Office Network. It enables computers within a home office or a remote office to connect to a corporate network or access to centralized, shared resources.

Individuals who work from home including self-employed entrepreneurs and those who work away from an office.

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What is a Medium to Large Network?

Who uses Medium to Large Networks?

What are some of the unique features/capabilities of a Medium to Large Network?
1.1.2.1

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A network that can have many locations with hundreds or thousands of interconnected computers.

Businesses and large organizations, like corporations and schools, use medium to large networks.

Medium to Large businesses use networks to consolidate, store, and access information on network servers. They allow rapid communication such as email, IM and collaboration among employees. Additionally, some networks provide products and services to customers through their connection to the Internet.

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What is the World Wide Network?

1.1.2.1

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The Internet connects hundreds of millions of computers world-wide.

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What does Internet mean?

1.1.2.1

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Network of Networks

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All computers are classified as _____ or _____.

1.1.2.2

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Hosts or End Devices

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What are hosts?

1.1.2.2

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A computer that can send and receive messages on the network.

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What determines whether a host is a client or a server?

1.1.2.2

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The software installed on the computer determines this role.

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What is a Server?

1.1.2.2

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A Server is a host that has software installed that enables it to provide information, like email or web pages.

Each service requires a separate server software. Web hosting servers require a web server software in order to provide web services to the network

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What is a Client?

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A computer host that has software installed in it that enables it to request and display the information obtained from a server.

One example of a client software is a web browser.

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What is the relationship between the email client and email server?
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The Email Server runs server software and clients use their mail client software, such as Microsoft Outlook, to access Email on the server.

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What is the relationship between the Web Server and the Web Client?
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The Web Server runs server software and clients use their browser software, such as Windows Internet Explorer, to access web pages on the server.

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What is the relationship between a File Server and a File Client?
1.1.2.2

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The file Server stores the file, the client device accesses the file with client software such as Windows Explorer.

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What are three main types of server services?
1.1.2.2
(research)

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Email
Web
File

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How many servers are necessary to run different server services?
1.1.2.3

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One. Different types of server services can be provided simultaneously to one or many clients.

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True or False: a server can provide services simultaneously to one or many clients.
1.1.2.3

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True

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True or false: a single computer can run multiple types of client software.
1.1.2.3

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True

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What is peer-to-peer networking?
Who uses p2p networking?
1.1.2.4

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when many computers function as servers and clients on the network.

Used in home offices and small businesses.

20
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What are the main advantages of peer-to-peer networking?

1.1.2.4

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  • Easy to set up
  • Less Complexity
  • Lower cost since network devices and dedicated servers may not be required
  • Can be used for simple tasks such as transferring files and sharing printers
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What are the disadvantages of peer-to-peer networking?

1.1.2.4

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  • No centralized administration
  • Not as secure
  • Not scalable
  • All devices may act as both clients and servers which can slow their performance
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Is a peer-to-peer network viable for larger businesses? Why or Why not?
1.1.2.4

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It is not due to the potential for high amounts of network traffic. Dedicated servers are often necessary to support he number of service requests.

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What does the human network focus on?

1.1.1.3

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It centers on the impact of the Internet and networks on people and businesses.

24
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What is “fixed” computing? (yr)

1.1.1.2

A

Computing in which you go to the device. 1995

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What is Mobility/BYOD? (yr)

1.1.1.2

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Computing in which the device goes with you. Bring Your Own Device (BYOD). (2000)

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What is the Internet of Things? (yr)

1.1.1.2

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It is the age of devices. (2001)

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What is the Internet of Everything (IoE)? (yr)

1.1.1.2

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  • It is bringing together people, process, data, and things to make networked connections more relevant and valuable
  • Turning information into actions that create new capabilities, richer experiences, and unprecedented economic, businesses, and countries
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What are four ways that networks support the way we learn?

1.1.1.4

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  • Support the creation of virtual classrooms
  • Provide on-demand video
  • Enable collaborative learning spaces
  • Enable mobile learning
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How can networks improve the management and administration of courses?
1.1.1.4

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  • Student enrollment
  • Assessment delivery
  • Progress Tracking
30
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How has the globalization of the internet changed the way we communicate?
1.1.1.5

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  • Instant Messaging (IM) and Texting
  • Social Media
  • Collaboration Tools
  • Weblogs
  • Wikis
  • Podcasting
  • Peer-to-Peer(P2P) File Sharing
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How do networks support the way we work aside from financial, customer information, and employee payroll?
1.1.1.6

A

-provide cost-effective employee training through online training decreasing time consuming and costly travel..

32
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What are some ways that we use the internet for entertainment?
1.1.1.7

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  • Online Interest Groups
  • Online Gaming
  • Online Entertainment
  • Online Shopping
  • Onboard Data Networks
  • Instant Messaging

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