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Network+ Study Guide
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Internet/New Media
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03/09/2011

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Term
What does LAN stand for and what does it mean?
Definition

-Local Area Network

-Wired or Wireless connection of computers and other devices in a confined area, allowing communication amongst devices

Term
what are node and host?
Definition

node - any device with an address that can be accessed to recieve and send info.

(e.i. computer, router, printer)

 

host - directs any communication passing through. MUST be a computer

Term
What are the two basic network types?
Definition
Peer-to-Peer (P2P) network, and Client/server network
Term
  1. What is a peer-to-peer networking model?
  2. What type of business suits this networking model?

 

Definition
  1. each host on LAN has the same authority as other hosts. Each user is responsible for any administrative tasks to his host.
  2. Usually small businesses or homes use P2P network model.

 

Term

 

  1. What is a client/server model?

 

Definition

 

 

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