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Cable Modem
A modem designed to operate over cable TV lines
Client
is an application that runs on a personal computer or workstation and relies on a server to perform some operations.
Extranet
buzzword that refers to an intranet that is partially accessible to authorized outsiders
Server Network
A computer or device on a network that manages network resources.
Hacker
slang term for a computer enthusiast, i.e., a person who enjoys learning programming languages and computer systems and can often be considered an expert on the subject(s).
Hub
common connection point for devices in a network.
Internet
A global network connecting millions of computers.
Intranet
A network based on TCP/IP protocols (an internet) belonging to an organization, usually a corporation, accessible only by the organization's members, employees, or others with authorization.
Local Area Network (LAN)
computer network that spans a relatively small area.
Modem
A modem is a device or program that enables a computer to transmit data over, for example, telephone or cable lines.
Node
In networks, a processing location.
Proxy Server:
A server that sits between a client application, such as a Web browser, and a real server.
Peer-to- Peer network:
A type of network in which each workstation has equivalent capabilities and responsibilities.
Router
A device that forwards data packets along networks.
Wide Area Network (WAN):
The computers are farther apart and are connected by telephone lines or radio waves.
WiMAX
The name commonly given to the IEEE 802.16 standard.
Wireless Internet Service Provider (WISP):
Are Internet service providers with networks built around wireless networking.
Wireless LAN (WLAN):
Links devices via a wireless distribution method, and usually provides a connection through an access point to the wider internet.
Digital Subscriber Line:
A family of technologies that provides digital data transmission over the wires of a local telephone network.
Biometric Security Measures:
Refers to techniques for ensuring that data stored in a computer cannot be read or compromised by any individuals without authorization.
Communication Channels:
Refers to the medium used to convey information from a sender to a receiver.