Networks

Networks

 What is a Network?

• Definition: A network connects computers and other devices together to share information and resources like the internet, files, and printers.

Wired Networks

What is a Wired Network?

• Definition: A wired network uses cables (like Ethernet cables) to connect devices.

Wireless Networks

What is a Wireless Network?

• Definition: A wireless network uses radio waves to connect devices without physical cables.

Multiple Choice

Ethernet cables

• Wired Network

• Wireless Network

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Faster and more stable

• Wired Network

• Wireless Network

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Limited by cables

• Wired Network

• Wireless Network

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Can be slower in certain areas

• Wired Network

• Wireless Network

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Wi-Fi

• Wired Network

• Wireless Network

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Mobile, devices can move freely

• Wired Network

• Wireless Network

​Key Hardware in a Network

• Router: Connects your network to the internet.

• Switch: Connects multiple devices within a network.

• Modem: Converts signals from your internet service provider.

• Devices: Computers, smartphones, printers, etc.

What Can You Do on a Network?

​Activities You Can Do on a Network

• Browse the Internet: Access websites and online services.

• Share Files: Send and receive files between devices.

• Use Shared Resources: Print from a shared printer, access shared folders.

Open Ended

Scenario: A student needs to print a homework document from their computer to a printer in the school library.
Steps?

Match

Network Matching Activity

• Router

• Switch

• Modem

Connects multiple devices

Connects your home to the internet

Allows you to browse the internet

• Connects multiple devices

• Connects your home to the internet

• Allows you to browse the internet