Unit 5 – Networking

Question 1

Collection of devices that communicate with one another over transmission lines (cables, wire, etc.) or wireless connections

• Allows for sharing files, communications, sharing devices, and Internet connection
• Node: Computer, peripheral, or a device connected to the network

Answer 1

Network

Question 2

The process of installing computers and devices on a network, monitoring them, updating them, and configuring the security

Answer 2

Networking Administration:

Question 3

Maximum speed that data can be transferred between nodes (Example: Max 2G per month)

Answer 3

Bandwidth / Data Transfer Rate:

Question 4

The actual speed of data transfer between nodes

Answer 4

Throughput

Question 5

The way the network is managed

• Tasks performed on one computer affects the other → if you change something, affects other computers
• Usually 10 or more nodes
• Example: Client-server network

Answer 5

Central Administration:

Question 6

The way the network is managed

• Configuration and maintenance of the network is done on the individual computers → if you change something, DO NOT affect other computers
• Each node speaks with another, not a common server
• Example: Peer to peer (P2P) network

Answer 6

Local Administration:

Question 7

Networking Components (Hardware)

All networks must include the following to function:
1- (wired or wireless tools that connect nodes)
2- _ that allow the node to communicate
3- _ to help the network run**

Answer 7

1- Transmission media (wired or wireless tools that connect nodes)
2- Networking Hardware that allow the node to communicate
3- Networking Software to help the network run

Question 8

Types of Transmission Media (4)

Answer 8

Unshielded twisted-pair (UTP) Cable
- Similar to phone cables (twisted pair cables)
Coaxial Cable
- White copper TV wires
Fibre Optic Cable
- Plastic or glass fibers that transmit data extremely fast
Radio waves
- For Wi-Fi

Question 9

Devices installed in computers and peripherals allowing them to connect to the Internet (lets you connect to Wi-Fi)

Answer 9

Network Adapters:

Network Interface Card: Type of network adapter installed inside most co

Question 10

Facilitates and controls the flow of data through a network

Answer 10

Network Navigation Devices:

Question 11

Transfers packets of data between 2 or more networks. Connects to a modem for Internet access

Answer 11

Router

Question 12

Is a traffic cop on a network → receive data packets and send them to their intended nodes on the same network. Keeps track of what is sent, integrates in most routers

Answer 12

Switch

Question 13

Bundle of data sent over a network between nodes

Answer 13

Packet

Question 14

Company that allows you to connect to the Internet (Example: Bell, Videotron)

 Provides you with a legitimate Internet address (IP address)
 Gives y

Answer 14

Internet Service Provider (ISP):