Networks

2. where computers or networks are situated a long distance from each other geographically
5. address that uniquely identifies a device
6. connect one LAN to another
7. converts the received information into radio waves
9. take any data packet received at one of its ports and broadcast it to every computer in the network
10. unlike dial-up modems they do not tie up the line while accessing the internet
13. computer systems are now connected together
14. large network

1. enable data packets to be routed between the different networks
3. allow a device to connect to a network
4. network point that acts as an entrance to another network
5. converts a computer’s digital signal into an analogue signal for transmission over an existing telephone line
6. centred on a 2.45 GHz frequency
8. has a very short range, about 1–2 m, and is easily blocked; it therefore has a limited use
11. usually within one building
12. checks the data packet received and works out its destination address