Networks

Define what is meant by a network

• Computers connected together, sharing files and resources
• A computer not connected to others on a network

Define the term 'workstation'

• A computer by itself not connected to others 
• A computer connected to others on a network

Define the term 'standalone'

• A computer by itself not connected to others 
• A computer connected to others on a network

Describe what is meant by the 'internet'

• A global network of computers connected together (hardware)
• A collection of websites accessed via a web browser (software)

Describe what is meant by the world wide web

• A global network of computers connected together (hardware)
• A collection of websites accessed via a web browser (software)

Describe what is meant by a local area network (LAN)

• Computers connected together over a small area, such as a building
• Several networks connected together over a large geographical area

Describe what is meant by a wide area network (WAN)

• Computers connected together over a small area, such as a building
• Several networks connected together over a large geographical area

What is the name given to one of these computers connected to other computers on a network

• Standalone computer
• Workstation

What is the name given to this computer not connected to other computers?

• Standalone computer
• Workstation

What does this image show?

• The internet - a global network of computers
• The world wide web - a collection of websites