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| LAN | group of computers connected within a confined geographical area; a network that consists of one building or house |
| Network Access Point | junction between two high speed networks |
| Network Interface Card | card that connects a computer to a network |
| WAN | a network that goes across a very large distance |
| Network | Two or more nodes connected together |
| Routers | a device that uses addresses (protocals) to forward data/packets from one network to another |
| DSL Modem | device that enables computers to comminucate over telephone lines |
| Examples of nodes | Cell phone, computers, Wii, Playstation, Printer, Fax |
| Switch | a device that allows multiple computers or nodes to be connected so that computers within the same network can communicate |
| Broadband | a type of high-speed data transmission using one medium |
| WEP | a type of wireless Internet security that is more compatible with existing devices but less secure |
| CAN | the network that schools, medium-sized businesses, and universities would be considered |
| WPA | a type of wireless Internet security that is less compatible with existing devices but more secure |
