Flashcard: Understanding Network Components and Devices — 9 carte

Network components overview

Hardware and software elements enabling communication.

Network Components — what?

Hardware and software elements enabling communication.

Hardware components — example?

Terminal equipment includes devices like computers and printers.

Terminal Equipment — role?

Devices like servers and PCs acting as endpoints.

Transmission Media — examples?

Cables (fiber, copper) or wireless signals.

Interconnection Devices — function?

Connects network segments for data transfer.

Repeater and Hub — difference?

Repeater amplifies signals; hub broadcasts data.

Bridge and Switch — distinction?

Bridge connects segments; switch directs data to devices.

Router — primary role?

Routes data between networks and manages traffic.