Network Components Flashcards
Server
A computer or device that controls network resources
Modem
Device or programme that allows a computer to transfer data over eg phone lines or cable lines
ADSL - asymmetric digital subscriber line
Type of broadband communication used to connect to the Internet
Encryption
The transferring of data into a secret code
For security
Http hypertext transfer protocol
Protocol used by www defines how messages are formatted and transmitted
Wap
Enables wireless devices to communicate the Internet and apps
Client
An ap that relies on the computers server to work
Eg email
Router
Forwards data packets along networks
Tpc/ip - Transmission Control Protocol/ internet protocol
Comunication Portola used to connect hosts on the Internet.
Wan
Wide are network consists of two or more lan
Switch
Filters and forwards data packets between lan segments
Firewall
Security for private networks that filter traffic coming in to the network based on pre determined rules
Smpt simple mail transfer protocol
A protocol for sending emails between servers
