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What is the term for a device that sends and receives information on a network?
What is the term for a device that sends and receives information on a network?
What type of phone connects to a computer network instead of the traditional telephone network?
What type of phone connects to a computer network instead of the traditional telephone network?
What is the primary function of a peripheral device?
What is the primary function of a peripheral device?
What types of organizations commonly use computer networks?
What types of organizations commonly use computer networks?
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What can be shared among devices on a network?
What can be shared among devices on a network?
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Study Notes
Devices in Computer Networks
- A device can serve as both a host and a peripheral depending on its function in the network.
- A host is any device that sends and receives information on the network.
- A peripheral is a device connected to a host, such as a printer connected to a laptop.
- If a peripheral is connected directly to a network, it acts as a host.
Types of Host Devices
- Various types of devices can connect to a network, including:
- Internet Protocol (IP) phones that connect to a computer network instead of a traditional telephone network.
Networks in Different Settings
- Computer networks are used in various settings, including:
- Businesses
- Homes
- Schools
- Government agencies
Network Resources
- Networks can share various resources, including:
- (no specific examples given in the text, but implied by Figure 2)
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This quiz covers the basics of computer networks, including devices that can act as hosts or peripherals, and the different types of host devices that can connect to a network.