Network Components: The essential elements that make up a network, including hardware and software parts, which work together to enable communication between devices.
Terminal Equipment: Devices such as servers, PCs, printers, and smartphones that act as endpoints in a network, generating or consuming data.
Transmission Media: The physical pathways or wireless methods used to transmit data between network nodes, such as cables or wireless signals.
Interconnection Equipment: Devices that connect different network segments or entire networks, facilitating data transfer. Examples include hubs, switches, and routers.
Network Operating System (NOS): Specialized software that manages network resources, security, and administration, ensuring proper operation and access control.
1. In a scenario where a network requires efficient data traffic management to prevent congestion, which device should be applied to connect multiple LAN segments?
2. What is the primary function of a network switch?
3. What is the primary function of a network switch?
Network components overview
Hardware and software elements enabling communication.
Hardware components — example?
Terminal equipment includes devices like computers and printers.
Network Components — what?
Hardware and software elements enabling communication.
Terminal Equipment — role?
Devices like servers and PCs acting as endpoints.
Transmission Media — examples?
Cables (fiber, copper) or wireless signals.
Interconnection Devices — function?
Connects network segments for data transfer.
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