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What is the main purpose of a computer network?
What is the main purpose of a computer network?
What does the term 'networking' refer to?
What does the term 'networking' refer to?
How have networks and the Internet impacted our lives?
How have networks and the Internet impacted our lives?
What are some forms of communication mentioned in the text?
What are some forms of communication mentioned in the text?
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What is the definition of a network according to the text?
What is the definition of a network according to the text?
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What is the term used to describe instant real-time communication between two or more people?
What is the term used to describe instant real-time communication between two or more people?
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Which technology enables people to work together on shared documents?
Which technology enables people to work together on shared documents?
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What is a characteristic feature of a Personal Area Network (PAN)?
What is a characteristic feature of a Personal Area Network (PAN)?
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What is the primary function of Podcasting?
What is the primary function of Podcasting?
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What is the extended form of LAN which covers a larger geographical area like a city or a town?
What is the extended form of LAN which covers a larger geographical area like a city or a town?
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What is the main purpose of Peer-to-Peer (P2P) File Sharing?
What is the main purpose of Peer-to-Peer (P2P) File Sharing?
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Which network type connects computers and other LANs and MANs, spread across different geographical locations of a country or in different countries or continents?
Which network type connects computers and other LANs and MANs, spread across different geographical locations of a country or in different countries or continents?
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What characterizes Weblogs (blogs)?
What characterizes Weblogs (blogs)?
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What is the primary purpose of Social Media?
What is the primary purpose of Social Media?
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"Whereas a blog is more of an individual, personal journal, what is a wiki?"
"Whereas a blog is more of an individual, personal journal, what is a wiki?"
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What is a disadvantage/cost of Networking related to 'Undesirable Sharing'?
What is a disadvantage/cost of Networking related to 'Undesirable Sharing'?
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Study Notes
Computer Networks
- Main purpose is to facilitate communication, sharing of resources, and collaborative work among users and devices.
- Definition of a network: A collection of computers and devices connected to share resources and communicate.
Networking
- Refers to the establishment and management of connections between computers and devices to enable communication and resource sharing.
Impact of Networks and the Internet
- Transformed everyday activities such as communication, information retrieval, education, and entertainment by increasing connectivity and access to resources.
Forms of Communication
- Includes email, instant messaging, video calls, forums, and social media interactions.
Instant Communication
- Term for instant real-time communication between two or more people is "instant messaging."
Collaborative Technology
- Document collaboration is facilitated by cloud-based technologies that allow multiple users to work on shared documents simultaneously.
Personal Area Network (PAN)
- Characterized by its small coverage area, typically within the range of a few meters, connecting personal devices like smartphones and tablets.
Podcasting
- Primary function is to provide on-demand audio content that can be streamed or downloaded, allowing users to listen at their convenience.
Extended Local Area Network
- LAN stands for Local Area Network; when expanded geographically to cover larger areas like cities or towns, it is referred to as a "Metropolitan Area Network" (MAN).
Peer-to-Peer (P2P) File Sharing
- Main purpose is to enable users to share files directly with one another without the need for a central server.
Wide Area Network (WAN)
- Connects computers and other networks (LANs and MANs) across extensive geographical distances, including different countries or continents.
Weblogs (Blogs)
- Characterized by personal reflections, opinions, and insights, often updated chronologically and often inviting audience interaction through comments.
Social Media
- Primary purpose is to enable users to create, share, and exchange content and ideas, promoting social interaction.
Wiki
- Compared to a blog, a wiki is designed for collaborative content creation where multiple users can edit and add information, emphasizing collective knowledge over individual journaling.
Disadvantages of Networking
- "Undesirable Sharing" poses risks such as unauthorized access to sensitive information, leading to privacy violations and data breaches.
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Test your knowledge about the introduction, advantages, disadvantages, types, components, topology, and security of computer networks. Also, learn about the assessment weighting for final-term, mid-term, practical examination, and other types of assessments.
