Network Fundamentals Flashcards
1
Q
What is a PAN
A
Personal Area Network
2
Q
What is LAN
A
Local Area Network
3
Q
How do networks connect?
A
Wireless or wired connections, using fiber optic or ethernet cables
4
Q
What is WAN
A
Wide Area Network
5
Q
What is a networks purpose?
A
To connect a multitude of devices to facilitate a seamless flow of data
6
Q
Can a company have 100% uptime?
A
No, having availability and uptime is important, however 100% is not feasible. A company can try to have a 99.999% uptime, allowing for 5 minutes of downtime a year
