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Network Basics: Types and Benefits

Chapter One provides a comprehensive overview of computer networks, defining key concepts such as network, computer network, and network devices. It discusses various types of networks and topologies, as well as the benefits of networking and common network protocols. Additionally, it covers specific components like modems and hubs, along with historical context regarding the birth of the Internet.

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Network Basics: Types and Benefits

Chapter One provides a comprehensive overview of computer networks, defining key concepts such as network, computer network, and network devices. It discusses various types of networks and topologies, as well as the benefits of networking and common network protocols. Additionally, it covers specific components like modems and hubs, along with historical context regarding the birth of the Internet.

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Chapter One: Technology Q&A;

1. What is network?
• Is a collection of two or more computers which are connected together.
2. What is a computer network?
• Is a set of computers that are connected together for the purpose of sharing
resources.
3. List two benefits of network?
• Easy to communicate between users
• All computers can access same servers.
4. List types of network?
• Local area network
• Personal area network
• Metropolitan area network
• Wide area network
5. What is network devices?
• Are the components of hardware which connect computers and other devices in
network.
6. Give examples of network devices?
• Network interface card
• Modems
• Hub
• Bridge
7. What were abbreviated from NIC?
• Network Interface Card.
8. What is used for Hub?
• It's used to connect multiple computers or other network devices together.
9. What is Bridge?
• Is a communication device that connects one network segment to another that uses
the same protocol.
10. List the common cables we use in network?
• Twisted pair cable
• Coaxial cable
• Fiber optic cable
11. What are network protocols?
• Are set of rules establishing how network devices should format, transmit and
process data.
12. What is network topology?
• Is the structure whereby computer systems or network devices are interconnected.
13. List different types of network topologies?
• Bus
• Ring
• Star
• Tree
• Mesh
14. Why ring topology is called Ring?
• Because its structure resembles a ring.
15. List some advantages of Bus topology?
• Simple, easy to install
• Requires less cables
• Low cost
16. What is the other name of Tree topology?
• It's called Hierarchical topology.
17. What were abbreviated from IP?
• Internet Protocol.
18. What is used for MODEMs?
• It's used to connect a computer or a network to the Internet.
19. What does MODEMs stand for?
• Stands for Modulator Demodulator.
20. When was the Internet officially born?
• The Internet officially born on 29 October 1969.

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