Peer-to-Peer Network correct answersA network arrangement where each computer is of equal status
Client-Server Network correct answersA network where several computers are connected to one or more servers
Node correct answersWhat each device connected to a network is known as (i.e. computer o...
Firmware upgrades correct answersFirmware is read-only memory software on your router. As bugs and
other viruses continue being developed, manufacturers of the router come up with patches. It is
important to update your firmware so that you can keep your internet connection safe
Network Adapter correct answersdevice that enables the node to communicate with the network using
a common data language or protocol
Network Interface Card (NIC) correct answersExpansion card that enables a computer to connect to
other computers or a cable modem to facilitate a high-speed Interface, Internet connection
Broadband Modem correct answersBroadband connection requires a modem, which connects your
network to the internet. The type of modem you
have depends on your own broadband service
Network correct answersgroup of two or more nodes that are configured to share information and
resources such as printers, files, and databases
Client-Server Network Software correct answersnodes do not communicate with each other but instead
through a centralized server called the NOS that handles
requests for information, internet access, and the use of peripheral nodes
P2P Network Software correct answersnodes that support P2P networks (Windows, Linux, & OS X)
where they all communicate with each other
, Packets correct answersdata that is sent in bundles through a network; for computers to communicate,
they must flow between the network and the nodes
Router correct answersdevice that transfers packets of data between 2+ networks (i.e. in a home
network, your router connects your home network to the Internet)
Switch correct answersdevice that transmitts data on a network; makes decisions based on media access
control of the data to where the data should be sent. Works as a traffic signal on a network
Home Area Network (HAN) correct answersP2P network that is a specific type of LAN (HAN) that is
located in the home that shares an internet connection
ISP correct answersSpecialized providers that you must purchase internet from; can also provide other
services (i.e. cable, home phone, etc.)
Broadband correct answersHigh-speed internet connection (i.e. cable, satellite, or digital subscriber line
[DSL])
Cellular Internet / Wireless ISP correct answersISP that provides service to wireless devices such as
smartphones; connects to 3G/4G.
Cable Internet correct answersBroadband service that transmits data over coaxial cables, the same
cables as cable television; however cable TV is a separate service
DSL (digital subscriber line) correct answersCopper wire phone line; type of connection that uses
telephone lines to connect the Internet and allow both phone and data transmissions to share the same
line
Fiber-Optic Service correct answersStrands of optically pure glass/plastic that trasmits data at the speed
of light; arranged in bundles such as optical cables
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