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Which technology is specifically designed to provide internet access in rural areas lacking traditional broadband?
Which technology is specifically designed to provide internet access in rural areas lacking traditional broadband?
What is the primary function of RFID technology?
What is the primary function of RFID technology?
Which communication standard enables data exchange between devices that are very close to each other?
Which communication standard enables data exchange between devices that are very close to each other?
What is the typical function of Wireless Sensor Networks (WSNs)?
What is the typical function of Wireless Sensor Networks (WSNs)?
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In the Internet of Things (IoT), what role do WSN play?
In the Internet of Things (IoT), what role do WSN play?
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What is the primary function of a network operating system (NOS)?
What is the primary function of a network operating system (NOS)?
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Which device operates with more intelligence, being able to filter and forward data to a specific network location?
Which device operates with more intelligence, being able to filter and forward data to a specific network location?
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In the context of computer networking, which term refers to a new approach where control functions are managed by a central program?
In the context of computer networking, which term refers to a new approach where control functions are managed by a central program?
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What is the core idea behind packet switching?
What is the core idea behind packet switching?
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What is the main function of TCP (Transmission Control Protocol)?
What is the main function of TCP (Transmission Control Protocol)?
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Which networking layer is responsible for enabling client application programs to access other layers, defining the way applications interact with data?
Which networking layer is responsible for enabling client application programs to access other layers, defining the way applications interact with data?
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What does the term 'IP datagrams' refer to in the context of networking?
What does the term 'IP datagrams' refer to in the context of networking?
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Which network layer focuses on the physical placement and receiving of packets on a given transmission medium?
Which network layer focuses on the physical placement and receiving of packets on a given transmission medium?
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Which of the following best describes the function of Internet2?
Which of the following best describes the function of Internet2?
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What is the primary purpose of a Virtual Private Network (VPN)?
What is the primary purpose of a Virtual Private Network (VPN)?
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What is the role of a web server in the context of Internet services?
What is the role of a web server in the context of Internet services?
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Which of the following is a key concept of Web 2.0?
Which of the following is a key concept of Web 2.0?
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What is the function of RSS (Really Simple Syndication) in the context of web technologies?
What is the function of RSS (Really Simple Syndication) in the context of web technologies?
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How does the concept of 'trackbacks' relate to blogs?
How does the concept of 'trackbacks' relate to blogs?
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What is a key differentiating factor of Web 3.0 compared to Web 2.0?
What is a key differentiating factor of Web 3.0 compared to Web 2.0?
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What does the term 'Internet of Things' (IoT) refer to?
What does the term 'Internet of Things' (IoT) refer to?
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Which cellular service standard is primarily known for its international roaming capabilities?
Which cellular service standard is primarily known for its international roaming capabilities?
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What is the main advantage of 4G networks over 3G networks?
What is the main advantage of 4G networks over 3G networks?
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Which of the following best describes Bluetooth technology?
Which of the following best describes Bluetooth technology?
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What is a potential challenge associated with Wi-Fi networks?
What is a potential challenge associated with Wi-Fi networks?
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What is 'search engine optimization' (SEO)?
What is 'search engine optimization' (SEO)?
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What is the key function of HTTP?
What is the key function of HTTP?
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What is a common feature of 'microblogging'?
What is a common feature of 'microblogging'?
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What distinguishes a digital signal from an analog signal?
What distinguishes a digital signal from an analog signal?
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Which device is responsible for converting digital signals into analog signals for transmission over analog networks?
Which device is responsible for converting digital signals into analog signals for transmission over analog networks?
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What is the typical range for a Local Area Network (LAN)?
What is the typical range for a Local Area Network (LAN)?
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Which type of network spans the largest geographical area?
Which type of network spans the largest geographical area?
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What does bandwidth in telecommunications refer to?
What does bandwidth in telecommunications refer to?
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In internet architecture, what does a 'backbone network' refer to?
In internet architecture, what does a 'backbone network' refer to?
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What is the role of the Domain Name System (DNS)?
What is the role of the Domain Name System (DNS)?
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What is the primary function of the TCP protocol?
What is the primary function of the TCP protocol?
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What does the acronym ICANN refer to?
What does the acronym ICANN refer to?
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What does the term 'network neutrality' primarily refer to?
What does the term 'network neutrality' primarily refer to?
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Which of the following is a characteristic of IPv6 compared to IPv4?
Which of the following is a characteristic of IPv6 compared to IPv4?
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What is the highest data transmission rate provided by the Internet backbone networks?
What is the highest data transmission rate provided by the Internet backbone networks?
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What does the second-level domain in a web address typically specify?
What does the second-level domain in a web address typically specify?
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Which organization is responsible for setting web technology standards, including HTML?
Which organization is responsible for setting web technology standards, including HTML?
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What is a key difference between a DSL modem and a cable modem?
What is a key difference between a DSL modem and a cable modem?
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Flashcards
Server
Server
A computer on a network that provides services to other computers (clients) on the network.
Hub
Hub
A device that connects network components, sending data packets to all connected devices.
Switch
Switch
A more intelligent device that filters and sends data packets to specific destinations on the network.
Router
Router
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Packet switching
Packet switching
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Protocol
Protocol
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Software-defined networking (SDN)
Software-defined networking (SDN)
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Computer network
Computer network
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WiMax (Worldwide Interoperability for Microwave Access)
WiMax (Worldwide Interoperability for Microwave Access)
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Mobile WiMax
Mobile WiMax
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Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)
Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)
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Near Field Communication (NFC)
Near Field Communication (NFC)
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Wireless Sensor Networks (WSNs)
Wireless Sensor Networks (WSNs)
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Analog Signal
Analog Signal
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Digital Signal
Digital Signal
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Modem
Modem
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Local Area Network (LAN)
Local Area Network (LAN)
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Campus Area Network (CAN)
Campus Area Network (CAN)
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Metropolitan Area Network (MAN)
Metropolitan Area Network (MAN)
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Wide Area Network (WAN)
Wide Area Network (WAN)
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Bandwidth
Bandwidth
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Transmission Speed
Transmission Speed
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Internet Protocol (IP) Address
Internet Protocol (IP) Address
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TCP Protocol
TCP Protocol
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Domain Name System (DNS)
Domain Name System (DNS)
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Top-Level Domain
Top-Level Domain
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Second-Level Domain
Second-Level Domain
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Host Name
Host Name
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Virtual Private Network (VPN)
Virtual Private Network (VPN)
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The Web
The Web
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HTTP
HTTP
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Web Server
Web Server
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Search Engine
Search Engine
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Social Search
Social Search
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Search Engine Optimization (SEO)
Search Engine Optimization (SEO)
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Web 2.0
Web 2.0
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Blog
Blog
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Blogroll
Blogroll
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Trackbacks
Trackbacks
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Microblogging
Microblogging
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Blogosphere
Blogosphere
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RSS
RSS
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Wiki
Wiki
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Social Networking Sites
Social Networking Sites
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Study Notes
Computer Networks and Telecommunications
- Computer Network: Two or more connected computers
- Network Operating System (NOS): Manages network communications and resources
- Server: A computer on a network providing functions for client computers
- Hubs: Simple devices connecting network components, broadcasting data to all devices
- Switches: More intelligent than hubs, filtering and forwarding data to specific destinations
- Routers: Communications processors routing data packets between networks
- Software-Defined Networking (SDN): Centralized control of network functions on separate commodity servers
Key Digital Networking Technologies
- Client/Server Computing: Decentralizes processing power by distributing it to client devices connected to a server
- Packet Switching: Digital messages sliced into packets, sent along different paths, and reassembled at destination
- TCP/IP: Universal standard allowing different network components to communicate
- Protocol: Set of rules governing information transmission in a network
- TCP (Transmission Control Protocol): Manages data movement, connection establishment, and packet sequencing
- IP (Internet Protocol): Handles packet delivery and reassembly
Network Layers
- Application Layer: Allows applications to access other layers and defines application protocols
- Transport Layer: Provides communication and packet services to the Application Layer
- Internet Layer: Addresses, routes, and packages data packets (IP datagrams)
- Network Interface Layer: Places packets on and receives them from a network medium
Communication Networks
- Digital Signal: Binary waveform, communicating information as discrete states (1s and 0s)
- Analog Signal: Continuous waveform, used for voice communication
- Modems: Convert digital to analog signals and vice versa. Types include cable modems, DSL modems, and wireless modems
Types of Networks
- Local Area Network (LAN): Connects devices within a half-mile radius (e.g., small offices)
- Campus Area Network (CAN): Spans up to 1,000 meters (e.g., college campuses)
- Metropolitan Area Network (MAN): Covers a city or metropolitan area
- Wide Area Network (WAN): Span broad geographical distances (e.g., the Internet)
Transmission Media
- Transmission Media: Physical materials for transmitting data (twisted pair wire, coaxial cable, fiber optics, wireless)
- Bandwidth: Range of frequencies on a telecommunications channel
- Transmission Speed: Measured in bits per second (bps)
- Hertz (Hz): Unit of frequency (one cycle per second)
The Global Internet
- Internet: Global communication system
- Internet Service Provider (ISP): Commercial organization with permanent internet connections
- Broadband Connections: High-speed internet services (DSL, cable, satellite, T lines)
- Digital Subscriber Line (DSL): High-speed digital transmission over existing telephone lines
- Cable Internet: High-speed access using cable TV coaxial lines
- T1 and T3 Lines: International digital communication standards with guaranteed delivery at specific speeds
Internet Addressing and Architecture
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IP Address: Unique 32-bit number for every internet computer (e.g., 192.168.0.1)
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Domain Name System (DNS): Converts human-readable domain names to IP addresses
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Top-Level Domain (TLD): Part of a domain name after the last dot (e.g., .com, .edu)
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Second-Level Domain: Part of a domain name before the TLD (e.g., google in google.com)
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Host Name: Specific name for a computer on a network
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Backbone Networks: High-speed transcontinental networks
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Internet Architecture Board (IAB): Defines the overall structure of the internet
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Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN): Assigns IP addresses and manages domain names
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World Wide Web Consortium (W3C): Sets standards for web technologies
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Virtual Private Network (VPN): Secure, encrypted private network within a public network
Web Technologies
- HTTP: Communications standard for transferring web pages
- Web Server: Locates and manages stored web pages
- Search Engines: Find specific web pages
- Search Engine Optimization (SEO): Improves website ranking in search results
Web 2.0 and Beyond
- Web 2.0: Interactive, user-collaborative Internet service model
- Key features of Web 2.0: Interactivity, real-time user control, social participation, user-generated content
- Key components: Blogs, wikis, social networking sites, RSS feeds
- Web 3.0 (Future of the Internet): Advanced tools, 3D web, Internet of Things (IoT), Internet of People (IoP)
Supporting Technologies
- Cloud Computing: Storing and processing data in the cloud
- Software as a Service (SaaS): Accessing software via the web
- Ubiquitous Connectivity: Seamless connections across devices
- Interoperability: Integrated and interconnected web applications
Cellular Service Standards
- Global System for Mobile Communications (GSM): International roaming capabilities
- Code Division Multiple Access (CDMA): More efficient US standard
Wireless Computer Networks
- Bluetooth: Short-range wireless networking standard
- Wi-Fi: Wireless LAN standard
- WiMAX: Extends wireless connectivity to areas lacking Wi-Fi
- RFID (Radio Frequency Identification): Tracks goods in supply chains
- NFC (Near Field Communication): Short-range wireless data exchange
- WSN (Wireless Sensor Networks): Networks of interconnected wireless devices embedded in the physical environment
Internet Data Traffic
- Internet Data Traffic: Data transmitted over the Internet, carried by high-speed backbone networks.
- Local Connection Lines: Connect retail users to the Internet
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Description
This quiz covers fundamental concepts in computer networks and telecommunications, focusing on components such as servers, hubs, switches, and routers. You'll explore key technologies like packet switching and client/server computing as well as the principles of Software-Defined Networking. Test your knowledge and understanding of how these elements work together in modern networking.