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Which of the following best describes the function of end devices in a network?
Which of the following best describes the function of end devices in a network?
- They serve as centralized control points for data storage.
- They are the source or destination of messages transmitted over the network. (correct)
- They solely manage network traffic and data flow.
- They act as intermediaries between different networks.
What is a notable disadvantage of a peer-to-peer network?
What is a notable disadvantage of a peer-to-peer network?
- It lacks the ability to share tasks among devices efficiently.
- It requires additional hardware for centralized control.
- All devices may act as both clients and servers which can slow their performance. (correct)
- It tends to be more expensive than client-server networks.
Which of these is NOT an advantage of peer-to-peer networking?
Which of these is NOT an advantage of peer-to-peer networking?
- Lower cost because dedicated servers are not required.
- Ease of file and printer sharing for users.
- Less complexity compared to client-server setups.
- Centralized administration for easy management. (correct)
In a peer-to-peer network, what is the primary reason for its lower cost?
In a peer-to-peer network, what is the primary reason for its lower cost?
Which of the following statements about peer-to-peer networks is true?
Which of the following statements about peer-to-peer networks is true?
What characterizes the address of an end device on a network?
What characterizes the address of an end device on a network?
Which network layout includes both print sharing and file sharing capabilities?
Which network layout includes both print sharing and file sharing capabilities?
Why might a small business prefer a peer-to-peer network over a client-server model?
Why might a small business prefer a peer-to-peer network over a client-server model?
What is the primary role of intermediary devices in a network?
What is the primary role of intermediary devices in a network?
In a full mesh topology, how are routers configured?
In a full mesh topology, how are routers configured?
Which one of the following is NOT a function performed by intermediary devices?
Which one of the following is NOT a function performed by intermediary devices?
What type of media is characterized by data being encoded into pulses of light?
What type of media is characterized by data being encoded into pulses of light?
Which criterion is NOT considered when choosing network media?
Which criterion is NOT considered when choosing network media?
Wireless transmission in networking primarily relies on which frequency characteristic?
Wireless transmission in networking primarily relies on which frequency characteristic?
Which statement about the edge router is true within the described network structure?
Which statement about the edge router is true within the described network structure?
How do intermediary devices determine the path that messages should take through the network?
How do intermediary devices determine the path that messages should take through the network?
Which type of network media is least affected by environmental conditions?
Which type of network media is least affected by environmental conditions?
What is the primary benefit of using a multilayer switch in a network?
What is the primary benefit of using a multilayer switch in a network?
Flashcards
Peer-to-peer network
Peer-to-peer network
A network where each computer acts as both a server and a client, sharing resources directly with each other.
End Device
End Device
A device on a network that initiates communication and sends or receives messages, like a computer, smartphone, or printer.
Network Address
Network Address
Unique identifier assigned to each end device on a network, allowing other devices to locate and communicate with it.
Client-server network
Client-server network
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Peer-to-peer communication
Peer-to-peer communication
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Star topology
Star topology
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Bus topology
Bus topology
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Ring topology
Ring topology
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Intermediary Devices
Intermediary Devices
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Edge Router
Edge Router
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Full Mesh Topology
Full Mesh Topology
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LAN Switch
LAN Switch
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Network Media
Network Media
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Copper Media
Copper Media
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Fiber-Optic Cable
Fiber-Optic Cable
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Wireless Transmission
Wireless Transmission
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Maximum Distance
Maximum Distance
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Installation Environment
Installation Environment
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Study Notes
Peer-to-Peer Networks
- Peer-to-peer networks allow one computer to act as both client and server.
- Common in small businesses and homes.
- Easy to set up and less complex than other network types.
- Lower cost, as dedicated servers may not be needed.
- Suitable for simple tasks like file transfer and printer sharing.
- Disadvantages: no centralized administration, less secure, not scalable, and potential for slower performance due to all devices acting as both client and server.
End Devices
- End devices are the source or destination of network messages.
- Each end device has a unique address used for communication.
- Examples include PCs, IP phones, and servers.
- Data flows from a source end device through a network and reaches a destination end device.
Intermediary Devices
- Intermediary devices connect end devices to the network.
- They form internetworks by connecting multiple networks.
- Examples include routers, switches, and firewalls.
- Functions include regenerating and retransmitting signals, maintaining network pathways, error detection, directing data along alternative paths, and classifying and prioritizing messages.
- Essential for data transmission and routing across networks.
- Some devices act as repeaters simply regenerating and retransmitting signals.
Network Media
- Network media are the channels for data transmission across a network.
- Common types are copper wires, fiber-optic cables, and wireless transmissions.
- Copper wires encode data into electrical impulses.
- Fiber-optic cables encode data into light pulses.
- Wireless transmissions use electromagnetic waves.
- Factors to consider when choosing network media: maximum signal transmission distance, installation environment, data transmission volume and speed, and cost.
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