LAN and WAN

What does LAN stand for?

• Local Access Network

• Local Area Network

• Location Area Network

What does WAN stand for?

• Wide Area Network

• Wireless Area Network

• Wide Access Network

What is a WAN?

• A network where the devices are far apart from each other.

• A network where the devices are close to each other.

• A network that uses wireless signals

What is a LAN?

• A network where the devices are close to each other

• A network where the devices are far apart

• A network where the devices use a wireless signal.

What is a firewall?

• A wall surrounding your computer

• A software used to protect your computer.

• A software that makes sure your computer does not catch on fire.

What two devices can you use to connect to a network?

• Ethernet cable or Router

• CPU and Mouse

• Ethernet Cable and CPU

What does the firewall rules do?

• Govern the computer.

• Decide if the packet can pass or is blocked.

• Control the modem.

What is a packet?

• A hardware device used by the modem.

• A small package that contains some form of substance.

• A collection of data that can be used by computers which need to communicate with each other.

Where is a firewall placed?

• Between a modem and a router

• Between a network that is trusted and one that is less trusted.

• Between two computers.

What device can you put on your computer to make it wireless if it is not?

• Dongle

• Flash drive

• Removable Hard drive