Network Basics

2. Networking provided for a larger area than a LAN, but smaller than a WAN.
3. A main computer that provides other computers with access to printing, the internet, and data storage.
5. Allows electronic devices to share data wirelessly by providing wireless high-speed internet and network connections
6. A card that connects the computer to the cabling which links all computers on a network
9. The capacity available on a network at any time.
14. Responsible for moving network packets from one network to another.
15. Provides networking to a group of computers in close proximity for sharing files, printers, games, etc.

1. The distance in which a Wi-Fi network can be accessed.
3. Provides a central connection for cables from multiple computers, servers, and peripherals.
4. Type of topology where all systems are connected through a circle of cable
7. Receive and redirect signals from network components to other network systems.
8. Software and/or hardware that provides security to a network.
10. The end of a network connection.
11. Refers to the configuration of cables, computers, and other peripherals
12. A location that allows access to Wi-Fi service.
13. Networking is provided over a large geographical area.