Network Terms

3. creating a virtual platform to install an operating system into, which can be booted from inside another operating system
5. method of OS installation where all files and applications are preserved
7. descibes the range of IP addresses that can be used on the subnet
9. type of shell where the user enters text commands to perform actions
10. software that creates an interface between the user and the computer hardware
12. address used to identify the network a host is on
15. the route that allows a host on one segment communicate with a host on another segment
16. lower layer of the operating system
17. system controls how information is stored and rerieved
18. top layer of the operating system, communicates with the user and the kernel

1. an operating system setup that allows the user to boot into different operating systems
2. the necessary hardware to run software
4. OS driver that intercepts requests and decides if they require network access and then directs them appropriately
6. type of shell that gives the users a mouse and the ability to perform actions through a graphical interface
8. an operating system that resides on a central computer and hosts remotely boot the operating system
11. a type of file system developed by Microsoft for the NT OS collection
13. repairs a bug or problem in software without an upgrade
14. hardware architecture and software framework that allows software to run