Podcast
Questions and Answers
What is the primary purpose of a computer network?
What is the primary purpose of a computer network?
Which of the following best describes a Local Area Network (LAN)?
Which of the following best describes a Local Area Network (LAN)?
What are the individual devices connected to a network, such as computers and servers, called?
What are the individual devices connected to a network, such as computers and servers, called?
Which protocol is most commonly used to allow computers to communicate over a network?
Which protocol is most commonly used to allow computers to communicate over a network?
Signup and view all the answers
Which of these can be considered an application of a computer network?
Which of these can be considered an application of a computer network?
Signup and view all the answers
Signup and view all the answers
Study Notes
Computer Networks
- Networks connect multiple computers for resource sharing and communication.
- Connections can be wired, optical, or wireless.
- Two main network types are Local Area Networks (LANs) – small areas (e.g., a building).
- Wide Area Networks (WANs) – large areas (e.g., cities, countries).
- Networks use nodes (computers, servers, or networking devices).
- Nodes have unique network addresses.
- Communication protocols, like IP, are essential for data exchange.
- Network applications include internet access, file/printer sharing, email, and instant messaging.
Studying That Suits You
Use AI to generate personalized quizzes and flashcards to suit your learning preferences.
Description
Discover the essentials of computer networks, including types such as Local Area Networks (LANs) and Wide Area Networks (WANs). Learn about the roles of nodes, unique addresses, and communication protocols vital for data exchange. This quiz covers fundamental concepts and applications of networking.
