TIE 532
Computer Networks
Craig A. Cunningham, Ph.D.


 

Computer Networks (Basic Concepts)

Count off from 1 to 15. Use google.com, about.com, and answers.com to find at least three definintions of the following terms. Each person has 2 definitions. Either choose the clearest definintion, or write your own based on what you find, and post your definitions (each one separately) to my.nl.edu under the message "networking definitions." Be prepared to discuss your word with the group.

Number
Concept to define
1 network T3
2 local area network peer-to-peer
3 wide area network DSL
4 server firewall
5 router thin client
6 bridge token ring
7 switch coaxial cable
8 gateway twisted pair
9 MDF fiber-optic cable
10 NIC packet
11 protocol hub
12 ethernet bus configuration
13 internet node
14 ip/tcp half duplex
15 T1 full duplex

 

Resource: What is networking (http://compnetworking.about.com//cs/basicnetworking/f/whatsnetworking.htm)