MHicks -network devices

4. this protects data and equipment on a network from unauthorized access
7. another name for all in one security appliance
9. this systems are no longer supported but are still in operation in todays networks
10. it was introduced to divide LANs into segments
11. the primary use is regenererating weak signals
13. it provides a connection port between pcs and the swithches or routers
15. this switch is used in larger networks
16. also know as intrusion prevention systems
17. can have all the functionality of a switch or a wireless ap
19. over power or more commonly called power line networking

1. this switch is used more for home or small business usage
2. this type of access point provides networks access to wireless devices
3. also know as intrusion detection systems
5. extends reach of networks by receiving data on one port and sends it to all other ports
6. Nic network interface card available in usb form
8. this type of Nic used to connect to 802.11
12. this type of Nic used to connect ethernet networks and wireless NICS
14. a method for powering devices that don't have a battery or access to a power outlet
18. this filters and segments network traffic by sending data only to the device on the network
20. this system have embedded microchips