Module 2.1 Flashcards
types of networks
pan, han, lan and the internet
what is an intranet
an organisations private network and is an internet-like environment consisting of web pages relating to the organisations business
basic components of a network
hardware, communication, network software
three types of hardware
computers and peripherals, nic, switch
what is a workstation
desktop computer connected to the network
what is a client
computing devices that can interact with the network and use the network sources
what is a server
a powerful computer that provides shared resources to network users
types of servers
file, print, internet or proxy, email, web, database
what is a server farm
when large companies use many servers together to provide information requested
what does nic stand for
network interface controller
what is nic
connects a computing devise to a network via cable
what is a switch
a device used to connect computers in a network with cables so that communication can occur
