Computer Application Technology Grade 11 Networks

The basic components of a network are

• Hardware

• Internet

• Communication method

• Network software

Networks are classified according to the physical area they cover. Smallest to largest area will be ….

• HAN, PAN, LAN, GAN

• GAN, LAN, HAN, PAN

• PAN, HAN, LAN, GAN

• PAN, HAN, GAN, LAN

Information stored is only available to a organisation's employees.

• WIFI

• Extranet

• Internet

• Intranet

Refers to a desktop computer connected to a network.

• Client

• Workstation

• Server

Refers to computing devices that can interact with the network and use network resources.

• Workstation

• Client

• Server

Computer that provides resources to network users.

• Workstation

• Client

• Server

Indicators showing that you are connected to a network.

• Presence of extra logical drives.

• Presence of other computers in Network.

• Access to devices that are not directly attach to the computer.

• Indicator showing network activity in the notification area.

• All of above

…. connects computer to a cabled network.

• NIC

• Switch

• Modem

• UTP

Select three items which are resources shared on a computer network.

• Data

• Bridge

• Storage

• Internet

• Packets

What are advantages of a wireless network?

• No wires/cables and power spikes are less likely to run through cables to damage workstations.

• Expense of wired equipment and licensing issues.

• Vulnerable to interference by devices,like baby monitors or cordless phones.

• Worse portability in comparison of a wired network.