Network Requirements Crossword

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Across
  1. 1. The variability in packet arrival times.
  2. 3. A technology that allows electronic devices to connect to a wireless LAN.
  3. 6. A network security system that monitors and controls incoming and outgoing network traffic.
  4. 8. The inclusion of extra components that are not strictly necessary to functioning, in case of failure in other components.
  5. 9. The amount of data that can be transmitted in a fixed amount of time.
  6. 12. A set of rules governing data communication.
  7. 13. The actual rate at which data is successfully transferred.
  8. 14. Acronym for Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, which automatically assigns IP addresses.
  9. 15. Acronym for Domain Name System, which translates domain names to IP addresses.
  10. 17. The failure of one or more transmitted packets to arrive at their destination.
  11. 18. Acronym for Virtual Private Network, which extends a private network across a public network.
  12. 19. The time it takes for a packet of data to travel from source to destination.
Down
  1. 2. A system for connecting computers within a local area network (LAN).
  2. 4. A unique string of numbers separated by periods that identifies each computer using the Internet Protocol to communicate.
  3. 5. A device that connects devices in a network and uses packet switching to forward data.
  4. 7. Acronym for Voice over Internet Protocol, which allows voice calls using the internet.
  5. 8. A device that forwards data packets between computer networks.
  6. 10. Acronym for Quality of Service, which prioritizes certain types of traffic.
  7. 11. The process of distributing network traffic across multiple servers.
  8. 16. The arrangement of various elements (links, nodes) in a computer network.