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SBA3 Flashcards

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IP(Internet Protocol)

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A set of rules that govern the format of data sent over the internet or local network

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Secure Sockets Layer Certificate(SSL)

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A certificate that allows authentication on a website and enables an encrypted connection

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WAN

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A telecommunication that connects over a large geographical area for the purpose of computer networking

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MAN (Metropolitan Area Network)

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A network that connects users with computer resources over a geographical area larger than that of a LAN but smaller than thatt of a WAN

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PAN

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A network that interconnects devices in the vicinity of one’s personal workspace

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LAN

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A network that interconnects devices within a limited area such as a residence or school

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Access Rights

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Permissions granted to users to access certain resources on a network

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GAN

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  • A network comprised of other interconnected networks that cover an unlimited geographical area
  • Used to access information and resources anywhere in the world
  • Global communication

The internet, interconnected corporate networks

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HTTP(Hypertext transfer protocol)

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  • The foundation of data communication for the world wide web
  • An application protocol for distributed and collaborative information systems
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VoIP

Voice over Internet Protocol

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  • A technology that allows one to make calls over a broadband internet connection rather than a regular phone line
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FTP

File transfer protocol

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A standard network protocol that is used to send files between a client and a server in a network

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Routers

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  • Devices that forward data packets between networks
  • They perform the traffic directing function on the internet
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Bandwidth

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The maximum rate of data transfer across a given path

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Broadband

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A high-capacity transmission technique that uses a wide range of frequencies allowing many messages to be sent simultaneously

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NFC

Near Field Communication

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A set of communication protocols that allow two devices, one usually being a portable device) to communicate with one another within a 4cm vicinity

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RFID

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A technology that uses electromagnetic fields to identify and track tags attached to objects

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Mesh Topology

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  • A topology in which each node relays data in a network
  • All nodes work together to distribute the data in a network
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Bus topology

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A topology where the nodes are connected in a daisy chain by a linear sequence of buses

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Ring topology

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A network topology where each node is connected to two other nodes forming a continuous pathway for signals in each node

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Star topology

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A network topolofy where each network device is connected to a central hub

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Backbone cable

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Fibre optic cables that are used for high speed connections over long distances

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Connections

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Twisted pair cables are used for connecting devices within a network

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STP

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Cables that are shielded to protect the transimission from external intereference

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UTP

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Cables that do not have shielding to protect from external interference, usually used in ethernet network

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Cloud Computing

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The delivery of computing services over the internet

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Cloud storage

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A service model in which data is maintained, managed, and made available to users over a network

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BYOD

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A company policy where employees are allowed to bring their own devices to work to access company applications and information

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Digital divide

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The gap between those who have ready access to computers and internet and those who do not

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Mbps VS MB

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Mbps: a unit of data transfer equal to 1000 bits
MB: a unit of digital information equal to 1024kb

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DM

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A private form of communication between social media users

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Worms in networks

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Malware that replicates itself to spread to other computers, often uses parts of the OS that are automatic

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EULA

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Contract between the user and the software manufacturer stipulation how the software may be used

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AUP

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A set of rules the user must agree to in order to access or use the internet or network

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Vlog

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A blog where the postings are primarily videos

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Plug-in

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A software component that adds a certain feature to another existing program

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Telecommunicating and wifi Telecommunicating

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Working in an environment other than a traditional office space, usually at home with internet

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Types of harassment

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Doxxing
Trolling
Cyber bullying

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Wi-Fi

Wireless Fidelity

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A technology that allows electronic devices to connect to a WLAN using certain protocols

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Precautions for gamers

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  • Use two-step authentication
  • Create strong and unique passwords
  • Do not give out personal information
  • Keep software and devices updated
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Secure password guidelines

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  • Use 12 or more characters
  • Use a combination of letters, numbers and symbols
  • Do not use guessable information
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Hardware related problems

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  • Interference: Other electronic devices can interfere with wireless signals
  • Router: A faulty or outdated router can cause lag
  • Network card issues: Faulty network interface cards can cause disconnections
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Network performance

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  • Throttling: the intentional slowing down of the internet speed by an internet service provider
  • Spacing: the management of network traffic to guarentee performance, improve latency or increase usable bandwidth
  • Piggybacking: using someone else’s internet connection without permission
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ISP

Internet service provider

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A company that provides individuals and companies access to the internet

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Chatbox

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A software application used to conduct conversations over text instead of engaging with a human

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Vitual Assistant

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An AI software that can perform tasks or services for an individual based on the request

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DDos

Distributed Denial of service attack

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Access to an online service is made inaccessible by overwhelming it with traffic from many sources

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Keylogging

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  • Can capture keyboard strokes and expose important information
  • Biometric devices and hardware tokens cannot be keylogged as they do not rely of keyboard input
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Big data

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Large amounts of data that are analysed for insights to improve decisions

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Additional users

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  • Predictive analytics
  • Personal marketing
  • Healthcare advancements
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Browser plug-ins

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  • Ad blockers
  • Password managers
  • Web developer tools

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