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What are the three types of media used to interconnect devices in modern networking?

Metallic wires within cables, Glass or plastic fibers, Wireless transmission

What are examples of intermediary devices in a network?

Hubs, Switch, Wireless Access Points, Routers, Firewall

What is the primary function of network media in communication?

To provide a channel over which messages travel from source to destination

What factors are considered when choosing a network transmission media?

Distance, environment, amount and speed of data to be transmitted, and cost of the media Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of a router in an internetwork?

To connect multiple networks and facilitate communication between them Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a LAN (Local Area Network)?

to share resources between PCs and workstations Signup and view all the answers

How do LANs differ from other types of networks in terms of transmission media and topology?

LANs generally use only one type of transmission media and topology Signup and view all the answers

What is the key difference between a LAN and a WAN in terms of geographical span?

A LAN is limited in size, while a WAN has a wider geographical span Signup and view all the answers

What is the newest evolution in LAN technology?

Wireless LANs Signup and view all the answers

What type of resources can be shared between devices in a LAN?

hardware, software, or data Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of a WAN, ranging from simple to complex?

from a dial-up line that connects a home computer to the internet to the backbone that connects the Internet Signup and view all the answers

What is the key difference between simplex and half duplex modes of communication?

In simplex mode, communication is unidirectional, whereas in half duplex mode, each station can both transmit and receive, but not at the same time. Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of full duplex communication?

Telephone network, where people can talk and listen at the same time. Signup and view all the answers

What is the main characteristic of a point-to-point connection?

A dedicated link between two devices, where the entire capacity of the link is reserved for transmission between those two devices. Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe the physical layout of a network?

Physical topology Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary difference between simplex and full duplex modes?

Simplex mode is unidirectional, while full duplex mode allows for simultaneous transmission and reception of signals. Signup and view all the answers

What type of connection is used when more than two specific devices share a signal?

Multipoint connection Signup and view all the answers

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