Internet Vocab Flashcards
1
Q
Switches…
A
Connect computers to a LAN
2
Q
Routers…
A
Connect two or more LANs and connect LANs to the internet.
3
Q
Firewalls…
A
Protect individual computers and networks from unwanted intrusion.
4
Q
NAT
A
Network address translation: process of modifying an IP address as it crosses a router. Translates from one network to another.
5
Q
Port forwarding
A
Forwards an external network port to an internal IP address and port.
6
Q
QoS
A
Quality of service: priorizes computers or applications.
