Content Area 7: The Digital Environment

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Bandwidth

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The amount of data that can be transmitted over a network in a given amount of time.

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Bluetooth

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A short-range wireless communication technology used for connecting devices like speakers, keyboards, and headphones.

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Checksum

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A number calculated from data to detect errors in transmission or storage.

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Client–Server Model

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A network structure where client devices request services from a centralized server.

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Data Packet

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A small unit of data formatted for transmission over a network.

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Firewall

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A security system that monitors and controls incoming and outgoing network traffic.

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Internet Backbone

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The main infrastructure of high-speed networks that carry Internet traffic.

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Latency

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The delay between sending and receiving data over a network.

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Local Area Network (LAN)

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A network that connects computers and devices within a limited area, like an office or home.

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Network Protocol

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A set of rules governing data exchange between devices (e.g., TCP/IP, HTTP).