| A | B |
|---|
| LAN (acronym) | local area network |
| WAN (acronym) | Wide Area Network |
| WLAN (acronym) | Wireless Local Area Network |
| configuration | setting up devices/programs to work |
| protocol | a set of rules |
| network | a collection of hosts connected by networking devices |
| source | starting point |
| destination | ending point |
| purpose of network | to share data and resources |
| converged data network | includes such devices as general purpose computers, PC's, servers, printers, phones, tv, game consoles |
| host | any device that sends/receives information on the network |
| peripherals | any device connected to hosts |
| A printer connected directly to networking device | is a host |
| copper cabling | uses electrical signals to transmit data between devices |
| fiber optic cabling | uses glass or plastic wire, also called fibre to carry information as light pulses |
| wireless connection | uses radio signals, infrared and technology (laser), or satellite transmissions |
| benefits of networking | fewer peripherals needed; increased communication capabilities; avoid file duplication and corruption; lower cost licensing; centralized admin.; conserver resources |
| Local Area Network | refers to a group of interconnected devices under the same administrative control |
| Wide Area Network | networks connected to LANS in geographically separated locations |
| Wireless Local Area Network | devices connect to access points within a specified area |
