Unit 4 new Flashcards
Define Network
Two or more computers or digital devices connected in order to share data and resources.
Define Local area network (LAN)
Computer network used in a certain premises for private use.
Define Wireless local area network (WLAN)
Local area network accessed using radio wave communications.
Define Wide area network (WAN)
Network of networks connecting local area networks over large geographical area
Define Internet
Global public system of interconnected computers over a large global area.
Define Protocols
Sets of rules governing how devices communicate with each other through networks.
Define Wi-Fi
A protocol allowing computers and other devices to connected to the internet or communicate with one another wirelessly.
Define Bluetooth
Protocols for short-range wireless connection between two separate devices.
Define Network interface card (NIC)
Printed circuit board allowing the computer to communicate with other devices over a computer network.
Define Media access control (MAC) address
Serial number unique to each device used to identify it on a network.
Define HUB
Device used for connecting computers to form a network, broadcasting to all connected devices.
Define Network traffic
Overall network usage caused by all the data being transmitted at a given time.
Define Network switch
Device used for connecting computers to form a network.
Define Zero login
Method of authentication not requiring a user to login.
Define malware
Software designed to gain unauthorized access to another person’s computer.
Define Anti-malware software
Software used to prevent, detect and neutralize malware.
Define Quarantine
Placing a certain file suspected to be a malware into a specific area of the device’s storage.
Define Electronic-conference
Meeting between individuals who are not in the same location using communication technology.
Define Audio-conference
People in different locations using technology to talk to each other.
Define Video-conference
People in different locations using technology to talk to each other with live video feed with the help of a camera.
Define Bridge
Device for linking separate segments of a local area network
Define Router
Device for transmitting data between networks.
Define Data packet
Small parts of network communication.
Define IP address
Set of numbers used to identify a particular computer on the internet.