A network in which the computer systems are all situated relatively close to each other.
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Metropolitan Area Network (MAN)
A network that interconnects computers in a geographical are larger than a LAN but smaller than a WAN.
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Wide Area Network (WAN)
A network in which the computers are geographically remote. Makes use of a number of connection methods including telephone links, microwave links and communication satellites.
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Network Card
An electronic circuit board that allows a computer to connect to a network.
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Server
Provides management of resources on a network.
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Switched Hub
Acts as a hub but can also deal with many connections simultaneously. More efficient than normal hubs.
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Repeater
Used to link two cable segments. Amplifies the signals it receives before passing them on.
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Wireless Access Points
Are hubs on a LAN. Any computer within its range can communicate with the LAN.
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Media Converter
Changes the physical signals where different types of network links meet.
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IP Address
Uniquely identifies the physical computer linked to the internet.
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Media Access Control (MAC) Address
Allocated to a network card upon manufacture.
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Peer-to-Peer Network
A simple network that provides shared resources but little else in the way of additional facilities.
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Server-Based Network
A network organised around one or more servers.
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Bus Network Topology
Each device is connected directly to a main communications line, along which signals are sent.
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Star Network Topology
All network devices are connected to one central computer.
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Ring Network Topology
Each device on the network is connected to a ring communication line are which signals are sent.
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Card 2
Front
A network that interconnects computers in a geographical are larger than a LAN but smaller than a WAN.
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Metropolitan Area Network (MAN)
Card 3
Front
A network in which the computers are geographically remote. Makes use of a number of connection methods including telephone links, microwave links and communication satellites.
Back
Card 4
Front
An electronic circuit board that allows a computer to connect to a network.
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