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What are the three categories of network components?
Which network size typically provides services for 200 to 1,000 devices?
What are examples of end devices mentioned in the text?
Which type of network device is responsible for connecting end devices together?
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What is the main role of Internetworking Devices like routers in a network?
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Which of the following is not considered an end device as per the text?
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What are the two most common types of network infrastructures?
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What does a Storage Area Network (SAN) provide access to?
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What is the main feature of a Wireless LAN (WLAN)?
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Which type of network interconnects users with computer resources in a geographic area?
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Which type of network is a computer network that provides access to consolidated, block level data storage?
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What is the purpose of a Wireless LAN (WLAN) access point?
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Study Notes
Network Components
- Three categories of network components: end devices, interconnecting devices, and internetworking devices.
- End devices include computers, printers, and tablets.
Network Sizes
- Medium-sized networks typically provide services for 200 to 1,000 devices.
End Devices
- Examples of end devices include workstations, smartphones, and smart thermostats.
Interconnecting Devices
- Switches are responsible for connecting end devices together within a local network.
Internetworking Devices
- Routers enable communication between different networks and manage traffic between them.
Classification of Devices
- A switch is not considered an end device.
Network Infrastructures
- Two most common types of network infrastructures: Ethernet for wired networks and Wi-Fi for wireless networks.
Storage Area Network (SAN)
- Provides access to consolidated block-level data storage for servers.
Wireless LAN (WLAN)
- Main feature is to enable devices to connect to a network wirelessly, offering mobility and convenience.
Geographic Area Networks
- Local Area Network (LAN) interconnects users with computer resources within a limited geographic area.
Data Storage Networks
- SAN is a computer network providing access to consolidated, block-level data storage.
Wireless LAN Access Point
- Serves as a hub for wireless devices to connect to a wired network, facilitating communication and data exchange.
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Test your knowledge on the components of LANs, WANs, and the Internet including devices, media, and services. Learn about enterprise network campus design and network requirements for small and medium-sized networks.
