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File Server
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A computer connected to a network that distributes to other users.
Contains the software to manage and process files for other network users |
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Host Computer
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Refers to any computer that provides services to network users.
Used more commonly with the internet |
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Work Station
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Refers to a personal computer connected to a network
EX: Each computer in the classroom |
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Client
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Refers to the software on a computer that allows the user to access the server.
EX: Novell Netware |
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What is NIC?
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Network Interface Card; A small circuit board that converts the digital signals from a computer into signals that can travel over a network.
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Modem
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A device that sends and receives data to and from computers over telephone lines.
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Hubs
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A device that connects several components of a network.
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Router
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A device that connects at least 2 networks
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Gateway
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A device that serves as an entrance to another network.
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LAN
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Local Area Network;Computer Network that is located within a small geographical area, such as a school or small business.
EX: The LJHS Network |
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WAN
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Wide Area Network;Interconnected group of computers and peripherals that cover a large geographical area, such as multiple buildings.
EX: The Alpine School District Network The Internet |
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IP Address
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A unique identifying number assigned to each computer connected with the internet.
EX: 204.127.102.001 Each computer on a network should have its own separate IP address or conflicts will occur when there are duplicate Addresses. |
