Network Basics Terminology by Natasha

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Across
  1. 2. the distance that a wifi network provides coverage
  2. 6. a network protocol invented by Xerox Corporation
  3. 8. the amount of transmission capacity available on a network at any time
  4. 11. a computer or workstation being served
  5. 13. a type of physical topology that uses a combination of linear bus and star topologies
  6. 15. abbreviation for local area network
  7. 17. a type of topology in which systems are connected to a circle of cable
Down
  1. 1. a centralized computer that provides shared resources to network users; generally not used by humans directly
  2. 3. a networking device that acts like a shield to protect the private network from hackers or viruses or other unwanted things
  3. 4. term for a computer in a network where all of the computers are equal
  4. 5. network where cables are not needed for one to connect; this network uses radio waves opposed to cables to communicate
  5. 7. many coffee shops can be referred to as this because they offer customers the ability to access the internet wirelessly
  6. 9. abbreviation for wide area network; connects local and metropolitan networks to global communication networks, such as the internet
  7. 10. the configuration of cables, computers, and other peripherals
  8. 12. abbreviation for metropolitan area network
  9. 14. connector used for unshielded twisted-pair cable
  10. 16. abbreviation for network interface card; provides physical connection between the network and computer workstation