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ADDRESS
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A number that uniquely identifies each workstation and device on a network
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BACKBONE
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 The part of the network that connects segments and significant devices to the network |
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BACKUP
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 Copying critical data files to a secure storage area. |
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CLIENT
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 A computer on the network that requests resources or services from another computer on the network. |
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CLIENT/SERVER
ARCHITECTURE/
NETWORK
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 A network that uses a central computer/server to share data, resources, and communication. |
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CONNECTIVITY DEVICE
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 A specialized device (hub, router, etc) which connects networks or multiples of a network so they can exchange data and resources. |
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DATA PACKET
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 A unit of information sent from one node to another node across the network. |
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HOST
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 A computer that enables resource sharing with other computers across the network. |
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LAN
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 Local Area Network: a network confined to a small space like one building or one office. |
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MAN
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 Metropolitian Area Network: Larger than a LAN; can connect buildings or say buildings to a city. See Image. |
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WAN
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 Wide Area Network: Network that connects long distances and two or more LANs. Internet is a WAN. |
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FILE SERVER
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A dedicated server that enables clients to share applications and data. A file server supplies FILE SERVICES.
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TOPOLOGY
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 The physical infrastructure or architecture of a network. Image shows STAR, BUS, and HYBRID topologies. |
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PEER TO PEER ARCHITECTURE
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 No centralized host or node. Computers communicate directly with every other computer on the network |
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NODE
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A computer or device connected to a network with it's own address. Capable of sending/receiving data.
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