Networks (AQA A-Level Computer Science): Flashcards
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Network definition
Network definition
Devices linked for communication & resource sharing
Node in a network
Node in a network
Each connected device or computer
NIC (Network Interface Card)
NIC (Network Interface Card)
Hardware enabling computer to connect to networks
LAN (Local Area Network)
LAN (Local Area Network)
Network across small area, typically one building/site
WAN (Wide Area Network)
WAN (Wide Area Network)
Network across large geographical distance
Star topology key feature
Star topology key feature
Each client has dedicated connection to central server
Bus topology key feature
Bus topology key feature
All nodes connect via one main cable
Peer-to-peer network characteristic
Peer-to-peer network characteristic
Resources shared by all; no single computer controls
MAC address
MAC address
Unique identifier encoded in NIC for each device
SSID character length
SSID character length
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