Computer Network
Computer Network - ANS-A computer network is a group of computer systems and other
computing hardware devices that are linked together through communication channels to
facilitate communication and resource-sharing among a wide range of users.
Local Area Network - ANS-A local area network (LAN) is a computer network within a small
geographical area such as a home, school, computer laboratory, office building or group of
buildings.
A Node - ANS-A node is a point of intersection/connection within a network. In an environment
where all devices are accessible through the network, these devices are all considered nodes.
The concept of nodes works on several levels, but the big-picture view defines nodes as the
major centers through which Internet traffic is typically routed.
Host Name - ANS-A host name is a unique name or label assigned to any device that is
connected to a specific computer network. It facilitates the differentiation of different machines
or devices connected to the Internet, a network and/or both. Allotted and assigned host names
are based on the naming system used.
Network Infrastructure - ANS-Network infrastructure refers to the hardware and software
resources of an entire network that enable network connectivity, communication, operations and
management of an enterprise network.
Network infrastructure provides the communication path and services between users,
processes, applications, services and external networks/the Internet.
Communications protocol - ANS-Communication protocols are formal descriptions of digital
message formats and rules. They are required to exchange messages in or between computing
systems and are required in telecommunications.
Physical topology - ANS-Physical topology refers to the interconnected structure of a local area
network (LAN). The method employed to connect the physical devices on the network with the
cables, and the type of cabling used, all constitute the physical topology. This contrasts with
logical topology, which describes a network's media signal performance and how it exchanges
divice data.
Dual Ring Topology - ANS-Dual-ring topology is a network redundant topology where nodes are
connected using two concentric rings with four branches. Dual-ring topology is ideal for
applications with cabling issues or small networks that are not frequently reconfigured.
Server Software - ANS-Server software is a type of software that is designed to be used,
operated and managed on a computing server. It provides and facilitates the harnessing of
Computer Network - ANS-A computer network is a group of computer systems and other
computing hardware devices that are linked together through communication channels to
facilitate communication and resource-sharing among a wide range of users.
Local Area Network - ANS-A local area network (LAN) is a computer network within a small
geographical area such as a home, school, computer laboratory, office building or group of
buildings.
A Node - ANS-A node is a point of intersection/connection within a network. In an environment
where all devices are accessible through the network, these devices are all considered nodes.
The concept of nodes works on several levels, but the big-picture view defines nodes as the
major centers through which Internet traffic is typically routed.
Host Name - ANS-A host name is a unique name or label assigned to any device that is
connected to a specific computer network. It facilitates the differentiation of different machines
or devices connected to the Internet, a network and/or both. Allotted and assigned host names
are based on the naming system used.
Network Infrastructure - ANS-Network infrastructure refers to the hardware and software
resources of an entire network that enable network connectivity, communication, operations and
management of an enterprise network.
Network infrastructure provides the communication path and services between users,
processes, applications, services and external networks/the Internet.
Communications protocol - ANS-Communication protocols are formal descriptions of digital
message formats and rules. They are required to exchange messages in or between computing
systems and are required in telecommunications.
Physical topology - ANS-Physical topology refers to the interconnected structure of a local area
network (LAN). The method employed to connect the physical devices on the network with the
cables, and the type of cabling used, all constitute the physical topology. This contrasts with
logical topology, which describes a network's media signal performance and how it exchanges
divice data.
Dual Ring Topology - ANS-Dual-ring topology is a network redundant topology where nodes are
connected using two concentric rings with four branches. Dual-ring topology is ideal for
applications with cabling issues or small networks that are not frequently reconfigured.
Server Software - ANS-Server software is a type of software that is designed to be used,
operated and managed on a computing server. It provides and facilitates the harnessing of
