matric networking

Question 1

centralised networks

Answer 1

single server responsible for some/all of processing
server used for applications, data storage, facilities
less powerful work stations connect to the server

Question 2

decentralised networks

Answer 2

workload distributed among several machines instead of relying on single sever
desktops + laptops
Extra power is used for distributed processing

Question 3

distributed processing

Answer 3

computer systems that utilise more than 1 computer to run a single application
detect idle CPUs on the network in a locate programs to utilise them.
Includes parallel processing

Question 4

thin clients

Answer 4

desktop terminal w no hard drive
all features stored on desktop pc stored in server
used as PC replacements to provide cost effective way to create network
benefits: cost (inexpensive) , security, manageability, scalability

Question 5

fat clients

Answer 5

networked computer where required software is stored locally, minimal dependence on network resources
preferred over thin clients- computers can be customised + configured

Question 6

smart clients

Answer 6

data stored remotely on internet but use processing power + other resources of local device
eg, google applications (drive,earth)

Question 7

peer to peer file sharing

Answer 7

P2P
each computer acts as a server (peer) , making communication a 2-way street

Question 8

p2p advantages

Answer 8

• easy, quick file sharing over large distances
• reduced costs as no need to get separate computer for server
  -adaptability : easily include new clients
  -reliability: remain functional even if central server crashes
  -high performance: improved performance when new client joins as each client is a server and contributes resources

Question 9

p2p disadvantages

Answer 9

-easy to make files sharable without realising it
-security risks
malware

Question 10

BitTorrent

Answer 10

p2p protocol
multiple peers downloading and uploading same torrent (swarm) transfer data between each other w/o need for central server
larger files split up into smaller parts to increase speed
once peer has the complete file- it becomes a seed which can be used by other peers ( more seeds- faster peers can download+ share files)
-BitTorrent tracker - server assists in communication between peers - records which peer machines have file copies + peers accessible at time of request and helps co-ordinate efficient transmission + reassembly of file

Question 11

remote access

Answer 11

ability to access a device from a remote location
only works if host computer is powered on, connected to internet and running sharing software
computer at risk of malware, data loss

Question 12

VPN

Answer 12

virtual private network
connects remote users to a private internal network using internet
protection - device on vpn becomes invisible to rest of internet users
anonymity -vpn replaces devices ip address w ip address of device providing vpn
censorship- country, bypass restrictions
remote access of network resources , reduced costs
risks: vpn service can track what you do on web while using, leaks can occur if poorly configured encryption

Question 13

IoT

Answer 13

-internet of things
system of related computing devices, digital machines, objects + people with unique identifiers and ability to transfer data without human interaction
devices - SoC devices (System on Chip)
devices can have identification chip, built in sensors
thing - object that can be assigned IP address

Question 14

advantages of IoT

Answer 14

cost saving, saved time, improved quality-of-life, increased productivity, efficiency, automation

Question 15

disadvantages of IoT

Answer 15

replaced many jobs
challenging to manage large no. of devices connected
hacking
difficult for devices from different manufacturers to to communicate

Question 16

surface web

Answer 16

part of web indexed by search engines + searchable w standard web search engines

Question 17

deep web

Answer 17

non indexed pages so cannot be accessed by search engine
anything behind pay-wall or that requires sign in credentials
medical records, fee-based content, corporate web pages

Question 18

dark web

Answer 18

not indexed by search engines
only accessible w special web browser, users mask IP addresses
illegal activity

Question 19

onion router

Answer 19

provides anonymous communication over computer network
messages surrounded in layers of encryption
makes web browsing safer and more secure
indirect connection- message hops from 1 server to another- reaches intended server through multiple nodes

Question 20

Tor

Answer 20

open source software project to provide anonymous communication over internet
consists of many relay nodes that voluntarily implement onion routing protocol (multiple layers of encryption to hide origin of networks requests)

Question 21

GPS

Answer 21

global positioning system
satellite based navigation system made up of at least 24 satellites
works in any conditions all the time

Question 22

LBS

Answer 22

Location based services
use geographical position of device to provide contextual information (eg nearest atm)
uses GPS technology or cell towers to track user’s location
store locators, proximity based marketing, travel info, road assistance, social networking, mobile workforce management, fraud prevention

Question 23

cloud backup

Answer 23

sending a copy of stored data to an off-site location using internet connection

Question 24

types of cloud storage

Answer 24

personal - on-premises storage device allows users to store personal data
Private - company owned-on premises storage servers allows users to store company data
Public - storage available to users from third party companies as a service (Google Drive, Apple, iCloud dropbox, Microsoft OneDrive )

Question 25

advantages cloud storage

Answer 25

cost- do not need to purchase expensive infrastructure for storing data
access- anywhere w internet connectivity
save storage space on device
synchronisation of data between devices
easy sharing of large data files
data redundancy
cloud storage companies have advanced security features
only pay for what you use- auto-scaling

Question 26

disadvantages

Answer 26

requires internet connection
not all cloud storage is secure
slow uploading and downloading- internet bandwidth and cloud storage limited compared to local device

Question 27

microsoft 365

Answer 27

allows users to access remotely shared files + share info in an easy manner
paid
installed online
more features
cant scan emails or documents
ideal for businesses
offers offline editing, desktop versions

Question 28

google g-suite

Answer 28

cloud based simpler, cheaper alternative to microsoft 365
less complexity + functionality - basic functions
no desktop version
scans emails + files to collect data - personalised ads
docs,sheets + slides can be enabled for offline use
ideal for small businesses, basic work, reliable internet connection

Question 29

subscription licenses

Answer 29

month to month or annual fees

Question 30

pay as you go licenses

Answer 30

Pay only for specific services that you use

Question 31

pay-as-you-go licenses

Answer 31

Pay only for specific services that you use

Question 32

pay-as-you-go licenses

Answer 32

Pay only for specific services that you use

Question 33

pay-by-instance licenses

Answer 33

once off payment
only pay for what you need

Question 34

educational licenses

Answer 34

Services free to those within school domain

Question 35

digital signature

Answer 35

user can sign doc by encrypting data w their private key
if doc can be decrypted w matching public key- doc can be proved to be sent by user

Question 36

ssl

Answer 36

secure socket layer
deprecated cryptographic protocol to manage security when transmitting data over internet
all ssl certificates replaced by TLS (transport layer security ) certificates - more advanced + secure - standard encryption technology

Question 37

digital certificate

Answer 37

ssl/tls certificate
data file issued by certificate authority (CA) to organisation to prove its identity
cryptographically binds entity’s public key to specific attributes relating to its identity

Question 38

public key infrastructure

Answer 38

pki
relies on use of 2 related public + private keys to manage identity and security in internet communications
-trusted CA to issue digital certificates
-policies to govern pki
-digital certificates
-apps to use pki to facilitate encrypted connection

Question 39

ssl communication

Answer 39

begins w handshake before data is transferred
uses asymmetric cryptography for clients browser to verify web server, get public key + establish secure connection before transfer of data
actual data transfer uses symmetric cryptography- more efficient

Question 40

digital currency

Answer 40

only exist in digital electronic form
payments quick, inexpensive and without unnecessary intermediaries
needs internet supported device

Question 41

blockchain

Answer 41

decentralised, distributed public, trustworthy , transparent digital ledger to provide quick and securely transfer of ownership of valuable items by means of public key encryption + encryption
shared database
p2p - no central authorities control it
distributed- spread over entire network- impossible to change data
cryptographically secured- digital signatures
distributed consensus-

Question 42

search engine optimisation

Answer 42

seo
combination of strategies to increase amount of visitors to a website by obtaining high ranking in search engine page results (serp)