Computer Networks and Software Basics

Computer Networks and Software Basics

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Computers

Professional Development

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Hard

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Timothy Kilbourne

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a Local Area Network (LAN)?

Back

A network that covers a local area, such as the inside of a home or a public business. Wi-Fi is a type of LAN.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a Metropolitan Area Network (MAN)?

Back

A network that connects multiple LANs.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a Wide Area Network (WAN)?

Back

A network that covers a wide area and is typically used to connect office buildings or provide public Internet access.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a Personal Area Network (PAN)?

Back

A network that includes Wi-Fi networks, fixed wireless data networks, and other small-area networks. Bluetooth is a type of PAN technology.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the Basic Input/Output System (BIOS)?

Back

A chip built directly into the computer, known as boot firmware because it is the first program run when the computer is turned on. It initializes all computer hardware, locates software stored on peripheral devices, and loads and executes the software.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is MPEG-4?

Back

A widely used standard for compressing and encoding video and audio data.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are some common video file formats?

Back

AVI, MOV, MPG, MP4

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