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Which technology is specifically designed to provide internet access in rural areas lacking traditional broadband?

  • NFC
  • WSN
  • WiMax (correct)
  • RFID
  • What is the primary function of RFID technology?

  • To provide high-speed internet access over long distances
  • To track the movement of goods through the supply chain (correct)
  • To enable short-range communication between devices
  • To monitor environmental conditions using sensors
  • Which communication standard enables data exchange between devices that are very close to each other?

  • NFC (correct)
  • WiMax
  • RFID
  • WSN
  • 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?

    <p>Provide data for analysis, enabling real-time machine responses (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    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?

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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?

    <p>Software-defined networking (SDN) (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the core idea behind packet switching?

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    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?

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    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?

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    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)?

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    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?

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    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?

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    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?

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    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?

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    Which of the following best describes Bluetooth technology?

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    What is a potential challenge associated with Wi-Fi networks?

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    What is 'search engine optimization' (SEO)?

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    What is the key function of HTTP?

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    What is a common feature of 'microblogging'?

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    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?

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    What is the typical range for a Local Area Network (LAN)?

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    Which type of network spans the largest geographical area?

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    What does bandwidth in telecommunications refer to?

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    In internet architecture, what does a 'backbone network' refer to?

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    What is the role of the Domain Name System (DNS)?

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    What is the primary function of the TCP protocol?

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    What does the acronym ICANN refer to?

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    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?

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    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?

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    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?

    <p>DSL modems utilize existing telephone lines, while cable modems use cable TV lines. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    Server

    A computer on a network that provides services to other computers (clients) on the network.

    Hub

    A device that connects network components, sending data packets to all connected devices.

    Switch

    A more intelligent device that filters and sends data packets to specific destinations on the network.

    Router

    A communications processor that routes data packets between networks, ensuring the data reaches its destination.

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    Packet switching

    A way to slice digital messages into smaller parcels called packets, sending them along different paths and reassembling them at the destination.

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    Protocol

    A set of rules and procedures governing the transmission of information between two points in a network.

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    Software-defined networking (SDN)

    A networking approach where control functions are managed by a central program, allowing for flexibility and scalability.

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    Computer network

    A network that connects two or more computers.

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    WiMax (Worldwide Interoperability for Microwave Access)

    A wireless technology that enables high-speed connectivity in areas without existing fixed broadband options like cable or DSL, particularly in rural locations.

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    Mobile WiMax

    A 4G network technology that extends wireless broadband coverage beyond the range of standard Wi-Fi systems, offering high-speed connections in remote areas.

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    Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)

    A technology used to track goods throughout the supply chain using tiny tags with embedded microchips.

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    Near Field Communication (NFC)

    A short-range wireless communication standard that allows compatible devices to exchange data when placed within a few centimeters of each other.

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    Wireless Sensor Networks (WSNs)

    Networks of interconnected wireless devices embedded in the physical environment to collect and transmit data from various points over a large area.

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    Analog Signal

    A signal represented by a continuous waveform, used for voice communication.

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    Digital Signal

    A signal communicated as strings of ones and zeros, represented by on-off pulses.

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    Modem

    A device that converts digital signals into analog signals and vice versa, enabling communication between computers and analog networks.

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    Local Area Network (LAN)

    A network designed to connect devices within a limited area, typically offices or buildings, with a maximum radius of 500 meters.

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    Campus Area Network (CAN)

    A network spanning up to 1,000 meters, often used for college campuses or corporate complexes.

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    Metropolitan Area Network (MAN)

    A network covering a city or metropolitan area, larger than a LAN but smaller than a WAN.

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    Wide Area Network (WAN)

    A network spanning broad geographical distances, such as regions, states, or continents, including the global Internet.

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    Bandwidth

    The range of frequencies a telecommunications channel can handle, signifying the difference between highest and lowest frequencies.

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    Transmission Speed

    The rate at which digital data is transmitted through a telecommunication channel, measured in Bits per Second (bps).

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    Internet Protocol (IP) Address

    A unique 32-bit number assigned to every computer connected to the Internet, represented by four strings of numbers separated by periods.

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    TCP Protocol

    A protocol that breaks messages into smaller packets for transmission across the Internet.

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    Domain Name System (DNS)

    A system that converts human-readable domain names into IP addresses, making it easier to access websites without remembering numbers.

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    Top-Level Domain

    The part of a domain name after the last dot, indicating the type of organization or country.

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    Second-Level Domain

    The part of a domain name before the top-level domain, specifying the organization or entity.

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    Host Name

    A specific name that designates a computer or device on a network, usually consisting of a domain name and subdomains.

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    Virtual Private Network (VPN)

    A secure, encrypted, private network built within a public network, like the internet, enhancing security and cost-effectiveness.

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    The Web

    A system with universally accepted standards for storing, retrieving, formatting, and displaying information using a client/server architecture.

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    HTTP

    The communication standard that transfers web pages between computers.

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    Web Server

    Software responsible for locating and managing stored web pages, delivering them to users' computers upon request.

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    Search Engine

    A tool used to find specific web pages from the vast internet, providing instant access to information.

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    Social Search

    A type of search that aims to provide relevant and trustworthy results based on a user's social connections.

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    Search Engine Optimization (SEO)

    The process of improving the quality and volume of traffic to a website using techniques to enhance search engine rankings.

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    Web 2.0

    A second-generation, interactive internet model emphasizing user collaboration, sharing, and content creation.

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    Blog

    A personal website featuring chronological entries, usually with the newest posts at the top.

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    Blogroll

    A collection of links to other blogs, often found on a blog's sidebar.

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    Trackbacks

    A list of entries in other blogs that reference a specific post, linking back to the original blog.

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    Microblogging

    A type of blogging where posts are shorter, often limited to a few characters.

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    Blogosphere

    The collective world of blogs on the internet, forming a vast network of online diaries.

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    RSS

    A service that automatically pulls content from websites or blogs and delivers it to users' computers.

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    Wiki

    A collaborative website where visitors can edit and modify content, allowing anyone to contribute.

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    Social Networking Sites

    Websites enabling users to create profiles, share content, and connect with others.

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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

    • IP Address: Unique 32-bit number for every internet computer (e.g., 192.168.0.1)

    • Domain Name System (DNS): Converts human-readable domain names to IP addresses

    • Top-Level Domain (TLD): Part of a domain name after the last dot (e.g., .com, .edu)

    • Second-Level Domain: Part of a domain name before the TLD (e.g., google in google.com)

    • Host Name: Specific name for a computer on a network

    • Backbone Networks: High-speed transcontinental networks

    • Internet Architecture Board (IAB): Defines the overall structure of the internet

    • Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN): Assigns IP addresses and manages domain names

    • World Wide Web Consortium (W3C): Sets standards for web technologies

    • 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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