Networking Basics

Front

The global network of connected computers and servers that allow the exchange of data amongst devices.

Back

Internet

Front

Every device connected in the global network has its own unique identifier, defined as a series of numbers separated by decimal points.

Back

IP Address

Front

A computer that is always connected to the Internet and exists only to hold data so that it can be shared.

Back

Server

Front

An easy-to-remember address for a web page, usually using a "dot com"-like format.

Back

URL

Front

Special servers that translate URLs to IP addresses.

Back

DNS

Front

URL stands for

Back

Uniform Resource Locator

Front

DNS stands for

Back

Domain Name Server

Front

A wireless method of broadcasting an Internet connection from a wired connection using a special routing device.

Back

Wi-Fi

Front

A hardwired Internet connection that uses a line from a utility such as cable (broadband), telephone (DSL), or fiber optic.

Back

Wired Connection

Front

A wireless method of connecting to the Internet through cellular towers.

Back

Mobile Data