Computer Networking Basics

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What are the nodes of a computer network?

Routers, switches, and modems
Laptops, tablets, smartphones, and smartwatches
Personal computers, servers, networking hardware, or other specialized or general-purpose hosts (correct)
Printers, fax machines, and scanners

What serves as memorable labels for the nodes in a computer network?

IP addresses
Hostnames (correct)
Domain names
MAC addresses

What do computer networks use to communicate with each other?

Bluetooth technology
Analog interconnections
Satellite communication
Common communication protocols over digital interconnections (correct)

How are the interconnections in a computer network made up?

<p>Telecommunication network technologies based on physically wired, optical, and wireless radio-frequency methods (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do computer networks support in terms of applications and services?

<p>Access to the World Wide Web, digital video and audio, shared use of application and storage servers, printers and fax machines, and use of email and instant messaging applications. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Computer Network Fundamentals

Nodes of a computer network include devices such as computers, servers, printers, routers, switches, and modems
Hostnames serve as memorable labels for the nodes in a computer network
Computer networks use protocols such as TCP/IP to communicate with each other

Network Interconnections

Interconnections in a computer network are made up of physical links, such as copper cables, fiber optic cables, or wireless links

Network Applications and Services

Computer networks support various applications and services, including file transfer, email, web access, online gaming, and social media

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Test your knowledge of computer networking with this quiz. Learn about network nodes, communication protocols, telecommunication technologies, and network topologies.