Comparing Local Networking Hardware

Question 1

is a group of computers connected by cabling and one or more network switches that are all installed at a single geographical location. might span a single floor in a building, a whole building, or multiple nearby buildings (a campus).

Answer 1

local area network (LAN)

Question 2

(IEEE) 802.3

Answer 2

Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers

Question 3

100BASE-T (100 Mbps)
1000BASE-T (1000 Mbps) (or 1 Gbps)
10GBASE-T (10Gbps)

Answer 3

also known as Fast Ethernet, is an IEEE 802.3u standard for Ethernet that provides a maximum data transfer rate of 100 megabits per second (Mbps). It uses twisted-pair cabling (specifically Category 5 or higher) and RJ-45 connectors for transmission, with the most common variant being 100BASE-TX. This standard supports both half-duplex and full-duplex modes, operating over distances up to 100 meters.

Question 4

• often referred to as Wi-Fi, is a wireless network that connects devices within a limited area using radio waves, rather than physical cables. It allows users to move around within the coverage area while maintaining a network connection.
• are commonly used in homes, offices, and public spaces to provide internet access and network resources to various devices. IEEE 802.11

Answer 4

wireless local area network (WLAN)

Question 5

cables and switches connected in spans which is a network that connects multiple smaller networks, such as local area networks (LANs), over a large geographical area. can connect devices in different offices, cities, or even countries.

Answer 5

wide area network (WAN)

Question 6

company dedicated to facilitating access to the Internet from local networks is called

Answer 6

Internet Service Provider (ISP).

Question 7

specific network type covering an area equivalent to a city or other municipality. are larger than LANs but smaller than wide area networks (WANs).

Answer 7

Metropolitan area network (MAN)

Question 8

A network designed for small businesses and individuals with limited workspaces, such as homes or small offices and are typically small Local Area Networks (LANs) with fewer than 10 devices.

Answer 8

small office home office (SOHO)

Question 9

a powerful machine that stores, manages, and provides services to other computers on a network

Answer 9

Server computer

Question 10

allows end users to access the applications and resources to
do work.

Answer 10

client computer

Question 11

• is a logical subdivision of a larger IP network, created through a process called
• help to minimize traffic by splitting a large network into smaller, interconnected networks.
• This allows traffic to travel a shorter distance and avoid unnecessary routers.

Answer 11

Subnet

Question 12

is a dedicated, controlled space within a building that houses an organization’s computer servers and networking equipment, providing a stable environment with essential power, cooling, security, and fire suppression systems. Key components include servers, switches, routers, UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supplies), cooling, cable management, and monitoring systems.

Answer 12

server room

Question 13

a physical facility, building, or dedicated space that houses an organization’s critical IT infrastructure, including servers, networking equipment, and data storage systems, for the collection, processing, storage, and distribution of data and the delivery of digital applications and services.

Answer 13

datacenter

Question 14

• It allows servers to access shared storage resources as if they were directly attached to the server, improving performance, scalability, and manageability.
• are commonly used in enterprise environments for critical applications that require high throughput and low latency.

Answer 14

storage area network (SAN)

Question 15

refers to using wireless connectivity to connect to devices at a range of a few meters. can be used to share data between a PC and a mobile devices and wearable technology devices, such as smart watches.

Answer 15

personal area network (PAN)