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N+ Networking Fundamentals
CompTIA N+ - QuickCert - Chapter 1
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Computer Networking
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08/29/2010

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Term
Active Hub
Definition
Regenerates or amplifies a signal when it is passed through.
Term
Application
Definition
Software, program; these three terms are often used interchangeably.
Term
Application Server
Definition
A dedicated server for applications.
Term
Bus Topology
Definition
A LAN in which all workstations are connected to a single cable.
Term
Client
Definition
User computer “being served” by another computer, called a server.
Term
Data
Definition
Information, as recognized by a computer and transmitted across a variety media, from computer or network to another, using a specific protocol, or language.
Term
Fax Server
Definition
A server on a network that is configured to provide both incoming and outgoing fax services to the entire network.
Term
File Server
Definition
A network’s central computer, with a very large amount of storage space for shared files.
Term
Hub
Definition
The center of a cabling system or a network with star topology architecture.
Term
Hybrid Topology
Definition
A network topology that combines bus, star, or ring topologies.
Term
LAN
Definition
Local Area Network
Term
Mail Server
Definition
Server used for E-mail.
Term
MAN
Definition
Metropolitan Area Network
Term
Media
Definition
A method of data transmission.
Term
Mesh Topology
Definition
Every device is connected to every other device by separate cables and has redundant paths.
Term
Network
Definition
A group of computers linked together for the purpose of sharing resources.
Term
Network Administrator
Definition
The individual who has complete responsibility for maintaining a network.
Term
Passive Hub
Definition
Acts as a connection point only.
Term
Peer-to-peer
Definition
All the computers on the network can act as either a client or server, depending upon the needs of the user.
Term
Peripheral
Definition
A hardware device, such as a printer or scanner.
Term
Print Server
Definition
Dedicated server for printing.
Term
Resources
Definition
The services or peripherals that are shared over the network.
Term
Ring Topology
Definition
In a Ring topology, the devices are connected in a continuous loop.
Term
Security
Definition
The system used to protect data on a network from unauthorized use.
Term
Server
Definition
A computer on a network that provides services to other computers.
Term
Server-based
Definition
Term
Sharing
Definition
Allowing files to be shared from one computer to another.
Term
Star Topology
Definition
A LAN topology in which all workstations are wired
directly to a central workstation called a hub. If the hub fails, the entire network goes down.
Term
Token Passing
Definition
An access method used in a Token Ring topology.
Term
User
Definition
Term
WAN
Definition
Wide Area Network
Term
Wireless Topology
Definition
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