Network Architecture Flashcards
___________ describes how a network is arranged and how resources are coordinated and shared.
Network architecture
A network can be arranged or configured in several different ways, This arrangement is called the networks _________
topology
Most common topologies are:
- Bus network
- Ring network
- Star network
- Tree network
- Mesh Network
_________: each device is connected to a common cable called a _____ or ________, and
- Bus network
- bus
- backbone
_______: each device is connected to two other devices, forming a ring. When a message is sent, it is passed around the ring until it reaches the intended destination.
Ring network
_________: each device is connected directly to a central network switch. Whenever a node sends a message, it is routed to the switch, which then passes the message along to the intended recipient.
Star network
__________: each device is connected to a central node, either directly or through one or more other devices.Also known as ______________ is often used to share corporate-wide data.
- Tree network
- hierarchical network
_________-: this topology is the newest types and does not use a specific physical layout (such as star or a tree)
Mesh network
Every network has a _______, or way of coordinating the sharing of imformation and resources.
strategy
Two most common network strategies include:
- Client/server networks
- Peer-to-peer (P2P) network
____________ use central servers to coordinate and supply services to other nodes on the network. Provides access to web pages, databases, application software, and hardware.
Client/server networks
_____________ have equal authority and can act as both clients and servers. Best for sharing games, movies, and music over the Internet.
peer-to-peer (P2P) network
