networking 1 Flashcards
1
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What is a Switch
A
a switch connects all devices together using wires
2
Q
What is a router
A
A router connects networks together. It also connects the LAN to the internet
3
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What are packets
A
where data is put before sending it over the network. (Like putting a letter in mail)
4
Q
What is TCP and how does it work
A
A protocol that uses a handshake for conformation and delivers data to that computer
5
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What is a port
A
A port is a communication channel for applications on the os to listen to
6
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What is UDP
A
A protocol that works like a stream. Mainly used for voice chats and live streams
