Network Definitions Flashcards
Extranet
An organizations private network granting both clients and employees access
Intranet
An organizations private network granting only employees access
Clients
Rely on server for resources. Do not provide resources
Fat clients
Run own applications and use local storage. Little use of network services.
Thin client
Low specifications and run on server
Server
A computer with more memory (RAM), larger hard drive that provides shared resources like files, email, printer and Internet
File Server
- Manages data
- Control access to services
- Provides users access
Exchange server
Handle emails
Proxy server
Handles internet connection
Print server
Controls networked printers
Peers
Provide and use shared resources
SOHO
Small office home office
Network security
Policies that ensure security
Switch
Connect computers so communication can occur
Cyber-slacking
Spend too much time on social media
Protocol
Set of rules governing communication
Cap
Amount of data the ISP gives each person a month
Electronic Communication (E-Communication)
All forms of communication using electronic devices
Composing, sending and receiving messages over the Internet
IM (Instant Messaging)
Online, text-based messaging between two or more people
ISP (Internet Service Provider)
Company that has permanent fast internet connection and sells it to individuals
ISP-based email
Email provided by the ISP that you can access using a desktop application
Messaging
Exchange of brief typed messages that can contain images, videos and sound
Online chat
Application allowing two or more people to chat over the internet by typing
Social networking site
Where individuals can post their likes, dislikes and interests etc
Video conferencing
Hold conversation between two or more people using audio and video
Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP)
Technology allowing you to make calls over the internet
Web-based email
Allows you to access your email from anywhere through a web browser
