NET140 Chp 1 set3

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hybrid topology

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A topology that combines aspects of other physical topologies

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hub-and-spoke topology

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A central device connects to multiple peripheral devices, which then connect to endpoints

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router

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A device that uses logical addressing to direct data between networks and optimize traffic flow

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SOHO (small office-home office) networks

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Small networks with fewer than 10 devices, typically using a consumer-grade router

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ISP (Internet Service Provider)

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A company that provides Internet access

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host

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A device that provides or uses network resources

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node

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Any addressable device on a local network

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WAN (Wide Area Network)

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A network connecting multiple LANs over long distances

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PAN (Personal Area Network)

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A network of personal devices like smartphones and Bluetooth printers

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SAN (Storage Area Network)

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A separate network of storage devices that communicate with each other and other networks