Networks Flashcards
1
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What is a network?
A
Two or more devices connected together
eg home network
2
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What can an office network do?
A
- Share peripherals (cheaper)
- Share files
- Upload to common area
- Edit files
- Communicate using IM
3
Q
What can a supermarket network do?
A
- Stock control
- List of orders
- Deliveries
- Sales Information
- Change product infromation
4
Q
What can social networks do?
A
- Video chat
- Share media files
- View profiles
- Post information
- Set security
5
Q
What can video streaming do?
A
- View media
- Provide recommendations
- Playlists/watchlists
- Set security
- Register devices
6
Q
What is LAN and where is it used?
A
Local Area Network
Where a network is located in one site or location
eg School, home
7
Q
What is WAN and where is it used?
A
Wide Area Netowork
Where a network conects in many different locations
eg supermarket, bank, social netowork
8
Q
Benefits of a network?
A
- Lots of information can be shared between lots of devices
- Shared peripherals
- Set permissions
- Instant message over the netowork
- Upload to a common area
9
Q
Limitations of a netowork?
A
- May be a problem if someone hacks it
- Network failiure
- Viruses/worms
- Can be slow when theres many users
- Can be expensive to set up
10
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What does a network topology look like?
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11
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How does a wired and wireless network differ?
A
Wireless netoworks have a limited range, cant get through some things and they disconnected easily
12
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Name the components of a netowkr and what they do
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- Workstation (device)
- Server - stores files
- Switch - connects the ethenet cable to the server
- **Ethenet cable **- connects device to switch
- **Router - **provides acess to the internet
- **Peripheral **eg printer
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