List some network devices
- Router
- Modem
- Turbonet
- Range Extender
- Bridge
- NIC
List some internet technologies
- Ethernet
- WIFI
- infared
- Bluetooth
- Hotspot
What is a network
A network is a link between two or more devices in order to share resources
What are data packets
Data packets are small peices of data that are broken down from larger messages or files
when transmitted across the internet
What is the function of a router
A function of a router is to transmit data between networks
What is the function of a modem
A modem is a device that modulates and demodulates signals to allow data transmission
What is the function of a bridge
A bridge is a device for linking seperate segments of local area network
What is the function of the range extender
A range extender amplifies the existing network signal for all nearby devices
What are the parts of the data packet
- Header
- Body
- Footer
What are some advantgages of using WIFI
- It is easy to move around
- Less expensive to setup
- Most devices are made with a built in WIFI adapter.
What are some disadvantages of using WIFI
- It has slower data transfer than ethernet
- It is less secure than Ethernet
- It relies on signal strength to the WAP, signals can be obstructed
What are some advantages of using bluetooth
- It is ideal for personal and ad-hoc connections
- It has very low power consumption
What are some disadvantages of using bluetooth
- It has very slow transfer speeds
- Security - Data can intercepted by anyone in range.
- Range - It has a short range (30m)
When should we use internet over bluetooth
- When high speed data transfer is required
- When long range communication is required
- When many devices need to be connected at the same time
What is extranet
An extranet is a private network that allows authorized external users, such as business partners, suppliers, and clients, to access certain parts of an organization’s intranet
What is intranet
A private network that allows only internal users within an organization to share information, resources, and services among employees.
Difference between intranet and extranet
An extranet is a private network that allows authorized external users, such as business partners, suppliers, and clients, to access certain parts of an organization’s intranet while an intranet is a private network that allows only internal users within an organization to share information, resources, and services among employees.
