Priya's NWEG Crossword Puzzle

5. Converting data into a secure code to prevent unauthorized access during transmission.
11. Devices that direct data packets between networks, determining optimal paths for transmission.
13. Verifying the identity of users, devices, or systems accessing the network.
14. The ability of a network to handle increased traffic and growth without performance degradation.
15. The flow of data packets through a network, varying in volume and type.
16. The speed, efficiency, and effectiveness of network operations and data transmission.
18. The ability of devices to establish and maintain connections within a network.

1. The time delay between sending and receiving data across a network, affecting response time.
2. Establishes secure connections over public networks, ensuring privacy.
3. The underlying framework and components that support network operations.
4. Creating virtual instances of resources like servers, networks, or storage for efficient utilization.
6. The consistency and stability of network operations and services.
7. Converting data into a secure code to prevent unauthorized access during transmission.
8. Duplication of critical network components to ensure availability in case of failures.
9. The capacity of a network to transmit data quickly, often measured in bits per second.
10. Security devices that control incoming and outgoing network traffic based on predefined rules.
12. Devices that connect devices within a local network and facilitate data exchange.
14. Measures to protect network data from unauthorized access, breaches, and cyber threats.
17. Continuous observation of network activities and performance for troubleshooting and optimization.
19. The amount of data that can be transmitted successfully over a network in a given time.