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INT 131- Exam 1- Topic
INT 131 Exam study
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Computer Science
Undergraduate 1
10/15/2007

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Term
Coaxial
Definition
This is a wire with a center wire
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Firewall
Definition
Can be a physical device or specialized software installed to prevent any unauthorized external access into any network that is connected to the Internet
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Switch
Definition
Each user connected to this has access to the full bandwidth
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Networks
Definition
Exist whenever two or more computers are connected together for the purpose for sharing resources and information
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Hubs
Definition
Used to connect PCs together to form a network
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Router
Definition
They examine the destination of the address of the information and pass it on to the appropriate segments only
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Broadband
Definition
Type of data transmisson is a single wore that can handle multiple paths or channels
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Internet
Definition

A living of resources where you can communicate with others online to find new, updated information

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Bridge
Definition
Used to connect network segments to handle network requests
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Infrared
Definition
Wireless option that works with light waves in order to transmit data
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Peer to Peer
Definition
Inexpensive and easy to put together, no single computer have equal authority
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Client Server
Definition
Typical for larger networks, provides better performance and security than peer to peer
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PC
Definition
Most commonly used tool to connect to the internet
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Fiber
Definition
Made up of bundled glass or plastic threads to transmit data
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Wireless
Definition
Connection of choice that does not require any cables to be set in your home or office
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