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5. Using the LOR framework, write about the impact that bandwidth can have on the performance of a network. In your answer you might consider: • The speed of the network • The type of media being accessed. • The number of users.

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6. What are the differences and similarities between a LAN and a WAN?

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7. A large supermarket chain is setting up a new client server network. What is meant by the term ‘client server network’?

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8. You plan to use a peer network model for a business. Describe two reasons why you have chosen this network model.

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10. What is the purpose of a router?

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11. What does DNS stand for?

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13. Many fast broadband connections use fibre optic cable instead of copper. What are two reasons why fibre optic cable is the preferred choice?

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14. Why is using cloud computing useful to some businesses?

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15. What is meant by the term ‘virtual network’?

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16. What is meant by the tern VPN?

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