Across
- 1. Computer that manages resources for other computers, servers, and networked devices
- 3. Network type that has several ports that allow multiple pieces of equipment to come together for network communication
- 5. Devices are connected in a circle
- 7. Devices are connected to a central hub or switch
- 8. Cables that use glass threads to transmit data on the network and is surrounded by a plastic protective covering
- 10. The physical (geometric) layout of the connected devices in a network
- 11. small area networked with a series of cables or wireless access points that allow the computers to share info and devices on the same network
Down
- 1. Network type that only sends data to those devices to which the data are directed
- 2. Defined as two or more objects sharing resources and information
- 4. Connects multiple networks if they share the same communication language
- 6. Cable that consists of a center conducting wire surrounded by insulation and then a grounded shield of braided wire
- 9. Part of the network, but do not manage any resources for other computers; typically receive or do minimal data manipulation