ISCC Chapter 6 Communication Tech. In IS

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Across
  1. 3. An earth-based dish that transmits and receives microwave signals in a straight line.
  2. 4. Software that helps establish, manage, and control data transmission between devices.
  3. 9. A network topology where all devices share a single communication cable.
  4. 12. Hardware capable of transmitting data, instructions, and information between devices.
  5. 15. The most common cable used for telephone systems and computer networks.
  6. 19. The process of transferring data, instructions, and information between two or more computers or devices.
  7. 20. A network topology where every device connects to a central hub or switch.
  8. 24. The exchange of data between two or more devices through a transmission medium.
  9. 26. The amount of data that can be transmitted through a communication channel within a given time.
  10. 28. A network where all computers have equal responsibilities and share resources directly.
  11. 29. A short-range wireless communication technology commonly used to connect nearby devices.
Down
  1. 1. A transmission medium that uses light to carry data at very high speeds.
  2. 2. The concept of connecting physical objects to the Internet so they can communicate and exchange data.
  3. 3. A network that connects multiple Local Area Networks within a city or metropolitan area.
  4. 5. The transmission path through which data travels between sender and receiver.
  5. 6. A communication method that transmits data without using physical cables.
  6. 7. A space station that receives, amplifies, and retransmits communication signals.
  7. 8. A network topology where devices are connected in a closed loop and data travels in one direction.
  8. 10. A network model where servers provide resources and services to client computers.
  9. 11. A private network accessible only to members of an organization.
  10. 13. Materials capable of carrying one or more communication signals.
  11. 14. The world's largest Wide Area Network connecting millions of devices globally.
  12. 16. A private network that provides limited access to authorized external users.
  13. 17. The cable traditionally used for cable television connections.
  14. 18. A network device that provides a central connection point for network cables.
  15. 21. A device that forwards data packets to the correct destination across networks.
  16. 22. A network that spans large geographical areas such as countries or continents.
  17. 23. A network that connects computers within a limited geographical area such as a classroom or office.
  18. 25. A networking approach that allows users to exchange files directly between computers over the Internet.
  19. 27. A collection of computers and devices connected together to share resources and information.