Computer Networks

6. A computer on a network that works behind the scenes to provide access to resources.
7. Transfer Protocol that builds on the TCP/IP protocol suite
9. A specific set of communication rules for computers.
11. A network that connects a small number of machines in a relatively close geographical area
12. Acts as a dispatcher, choosing the best path for data packets to travel
13. where each node is connected to a central bus that runs along the entire network.
14. The practice of dividing a network into two or more networks
17. Transfer Protocol that builds on the TCP/IP protocol suite

1. A device used to connect networks using different protocols
2. where one central node is connected to each of the other nodes on a network.
3. A small amount of computer data sent over a network
4. A group of interconnected computers that share information.
5. Transfer Protocol that builds on the TCP/IP protocol suite
6. The device that provides a common central connection point for nodes on a network
8. where each node is connected to exactly two other nodes, forming a circle.
10. Describes seven layers that computer systems use to communicate over a network.
15. Networking technology that allows devices to communicate over a wireless signal.
16. This acts as a barrier between a trusted system or network and outside connections.