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Bus Topology
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Type of network setup in which each of the computers and network devices are connected to a single cable
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Client-based Network
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similiar to a server-based network, in that there is a centralized computer that controls the operations of the network, but rather than sending the entire original resource to the client for processing, the server processes the resource as requested by the client and returns only the results back to the client
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Coaxial Cable
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network communication medium that is similiar to TV cable wiring
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Digital Imaging and communications in Medicine (DIACOM)
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digital imaging and communications in medicine; it is a global information technology standard that allows the network communication between modality and PACS
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Fiberoptic Cable
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network communication medium that uses glass threads to transmit data on the network in the form of light
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HL-7
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health level 7; standard protocol used for medical data systems
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Hospital Information System
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information system used throughout the hospital, includes direct patient care information, billing systems, and reporting systems
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Local Area Network (LAN)
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small area networked with a series of cables or wireless access points so that the computers can share information and devices on the same network
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Mesh Topology
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network that has a multiple pathway interconnecting devices and networks
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Network
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two or more objects sharing resources and information; interconnected computers, terminals, and servers connected by communication channels sharing data and program resources.
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Network Bridge
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created so that larger networks can be segmented or broken up into smaller networks to reduce traffic within that network
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Network hub
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central meeting point where cables from several devices can come together and share information throughout the group, it is a single hostlike device with several wiring ports available to receive and pass on data to various pieces of equipment, the hub sends all information to every device connected.
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Network Interface Card (NIC)
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interface between the computer and the network medium
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Network Protocol
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agreed-on set of rules for network communication
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Network Router
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device that can read portions of the messages and direct them to their intended targets, even if the device is on a separate network and uses a different network protocol
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Radiology information system
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information system used in the radiology department for ordering examinations and reporting results
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Ring Topology
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network in which the devices are connected in a circle
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Server
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computer that manages resources for other computers, servers and networked devices
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Server-based network
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computer that manages resources for other computers, servers and networked devices
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Star Topology
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network that has the devices connected to a central hub or switch
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Thick-client
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computer that can work independently from the network and can process and manage its own files
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Thin-client
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device that is found on a network that requests services and resources from a server
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Topology
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physical (geometric) layout of the connected devices on a network
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Twisted-pair wire
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network communication medium that consists of four twisted pairs of copper wire that are insulated and bundled together with and RJ-45 termination
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Wide Area Network (WAN)
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network that spans a large area, city , state, nation, continent and / or world.
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Wireless
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network communication medium that uses either infrared or radio frequencies as its means of communication
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Wireless Access Point
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