Networks Revision Flashcards

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Client

Back

A device that is connected to a network

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Network cable

Back

Connects a computer to a network over a wire

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A network

Back

Two or more computers connected together

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Examples of clients on a network

Back

Desktops, laptops, tablets and computers

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Internet

Back

A global system of interconnected computer networks

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Router

Back

Connects a network to the internet

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Packet

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A small unit of data sent across the internet. The data it carries is called the 'payload'

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Protocol

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A set of rules used to allow devices to communicate with each other.

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IP (internet protocol) address

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A unique address for every device on the internet. It is made up of 4 groups of numbers (e.g. 193.163.7.53).

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Hop

Back

The movement of a data packet between two devices. We can count how many 'hops' are needed on its journey.