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MISCELLANEOUS NETWORK TERMS
Peer to Peer Network
File Server
Client/Server Network
RAID (Redundant Array of
Inexpensive Disks)
Network Interface Card (NIC)
1a. A specific computer connected to the network that contains primary files/applications and shares
them as requested with the other computers on the network
1b. It is connected to a___________________.
2. All the computers connected to a _______________ are capable of being the file server.
3. A configuration of multiple disks designed to preserve data after a disk casualty.
4. A board that provides network communication capabilities to and from a computer.
COMPUTER TERMINOLOGY
Ports
PCMCIA
Workstation
Network
Operating
System (NOS)
Node
Infrared
Node Devices
Expansion Slot
Dumb
Terminal
1. A computer connected to a network at which users interact with software stored on the network.
2. A connection point for a cable.
3. End point of a network connection.
4. Any computer or peripheral that is connected to the network.
5. An expansion slot found in many laptop computers.
6. Refers to devices that are designed to communicate exclusively with a host (main frame)
computer. It receives all screen layouts from the host computer and sends all keyboard entry to
the host. It cannot function without the host computer.
7. Area in a computer that accepts additional input/output boards to increase the capability of the
computer.
8. Electromagnetic waves whose frequency range is above that of microwaves, but below that of the
visible spectrum.
9. Operating system designed to pass information and communicate between more than one
computer. e.g. AppleShare, Novell NetWare, & Windows NT Server.
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NETWORKS
WAN (Wide
Area Network)
MAN
(Metropolitan
Area Network)
LAN (Local
Area Network)
Client/Server
Network
Intranet
Internet
Sneaker-Net
Point-to-Point
Peer-to-Peer
Network
1. Refers to a manual method of sharing files in which a file is copied from a computer to a floppy
disk, transported to a 2nd computer by a person physically walking (apparently wearing sneakers)
to the 2nd computer, and manually transferring the file from floppy disk to the 2nd computer.
2. A network connecting computers in a relatively small area such as a building.
3. Network internal to an organization that uses Internet protocols.
4. A global network of networks used to exchange information using the TCP/IP protocol. It allows
for electronic mail and the accessing ad retrieval of information from remote sources.
5. A network in which resources and files are shared without a centralized management source.
6. A network connecting computers over a large geographical area, such as a city or school district.
7. A network connecting computers within very large areas, such as states, countries, and the world.
8. A networking system in which one or more file servers (Server) provide services; such as
network management, application and centralized data storage for workstations (Clients).
9. A direct link between two objects in a network.
CABLING & CONNECTORS
CAT5
Crossover
Half-Duplex
Coaxial Cable
Fiber Optic Cable
Straight Through
RJ-45
Full-Duplex
Backbone
1. A cable to which multiple nodes or workstations are attached.
2. Network cabling that consists of four pairs of wires that are manufactured with the wires twisted to
certain specifications.
3. Cable consisting of a single copper conductor in the center surrounded by a plastic layer for insulation
and a braided metal outer shield.
4. Jack standard for an Ethernet Cable
5. A cable, consisting of a center glass core surrounded by layers of plastic, that transmits data using light
rather than electricity. It has the ability to carry more information over much longer distances.
6. Ethernet standard for connecting two computers directly together.
7. Ethernet standard for connecting a computer to a centralized hub.
8. One-directional transmission of communication at one time through a medium.
9. Bi-directional transmission of communication at one time through a medium.
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TOPOLOGY TERMS
Topology
Token
Physical
Bus
Star
Ring
Token Ring
1. There are two types: physical and logical. The physical __________ of a network refers to the
configuration of cables, computers, and other peripherals. Logical ___________ is the method used to
pass the information between workstations.
2. The __________ layout of the network; how the cables are arranged; and how the computers are
connected.
3. LAN topology in which each node on a network is connected directly to a central network hub or
concentrator.
4. Network topology that connects network devices (such as computers and printers) in a complete
circle.
5. A special packet that contains data and acts as a messenger or carrier between each computer and
device on a ring topology. Each computer must wait for the messenger to stop at its node before it can
send data over the network.
6. A network protocol developed by IBM in which computers access the network through token-passing
in a circle.
7. A network topology in which each node attaches directly to a common cable.
WIRELESS NETWORK TERMS
AES
Router
TKIP
B
WEP
G
WPA
A
1. Single central device that connects other devices together on a network.
2. Wireless security first created in 2001 to protect against unauthorized users.
3. Special protocol used to upgrade WiFi Protected Access.
4. Upgraded WLAN protection created in 2003 to replace WEP.
5. Encryption standard to enhance the latest protection access.
6. Wireless Router speed of 54Mbits/s.
7. Wireless Router speed of 11Mbits/s with enhanced range.
8. Wireless Router speed of 54Mbits/s with limited range.
9. Wireless Router speed of 600Mbits/s.
10. Latest protection access.
WPA2
N