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What is a commonly used network cable for transferring data between devices?
What is a commonly used network cable for transferring data between devices?
Which device is used to connect different computer networks and transfer data packets?
Which device is used to connect different computer networks and transfer data packets?
What type of device is a multiport repeater with several input/output ports?
What type of device is a multiport repeater with several input/output ports?
Which network device forwards data to a specific destination device, unlike broadcasting it across the entire network?
Which network device forwards data to a specific destination device, unlike broadcasting it across the entire network?
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What is the purpose of a bridge in a network?
What is the purpose of a bridge in a network?
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What is the main function of a gateway in a network?
What is the main function of a gateway in a network?
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Which reference model conceptualizes communication between heterogeneous systems?
Which reference model conceptualizes communication between heterogeneous systems?
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What are the four layers of the TCP/IP Protocol Suite?
What are the four layers of the TCP/IP Protocol Suite?
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Which function does the physical layer perform in a network?
Which function does the physical layer perform in a network?
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What is the role of a network interface card (NIC) in a computer?
What is the role of a network interface card (NIC) in a computer?
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Study Notes
Network Hardware
- Network cables are transmission media that transfer data between devices
- Category 5 cable with RJ-45 connector is a commonly used network cable
- Routers are connecting devices that transfer data packets between different computer networks
- Routers contain RJ-45 ports for connecting computers and devices using network cables
- Repeaters, hubs, and switches connect network devices together as a single segment
- Repeaters receive signals, regenerate them, and re-transmit to extend transmission distance
- Hubs are multiport repeaters with several input/output ports, broadcasting input to all ports
- Switches receive data, use packet switching to resolve destinations, and forward to specific devices
Network Software
- No notable points mentioned in the text
Reference Models
- OSI Model is a layered networking framework developed by International Standards Organization (ISO)
- OSI Model has seven interconnected layers: physical, data link, network, transport, session, presentation, and application
- TCP/IP Protocol Suite is a suite of protocols for communication structured in four layers: application, transport, internet, and network access
Physical Layer
- Physical layer transmits bits between devices, managing physical and electrical details
- Physical layer defines encoding types, communication modes, network connection types, physical topologies, and media bandwidth
- Functions of physical layer include representing encoding types, communication modes, network connection types, physical topologies, and media bandwidth
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Test your knowledge on the basic concepts and components of computer networks, including network hardware, network software, and reference models. Explore the physical layer of the network and different types of transmission media like guided and wireless.
