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Networking Basics

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Local Area Network (LAN) An interconnected group of computers and peripherals located within a limited area.
Personal Area Network (PAN) The interconnection of personal digital devices within a range of about 30 feet without the use of wires or cables.
Wide Area Network (WAN) An interconnected group of computers and peripherals that cover a large geographical area.
Neighborhood Area Network (NAN) A public high-speed network that can transmit voice and data within a limited geographical area.
Metropolitan Area Network (MAN) A public high-speed network that can transmit voice and data within a range of 50 miles.
Client Server Network A network where processing is split between workstations (known as clients) and the server.
Peer-to-Peer Network (P2P) The arrangement in which one workstation/server shares resources with another workstation/server and both act as a file server and workstation.
Application Server Processes application software for network workstations.
File Server Stores files and supplies the files to workstations on request of the user.
Print Server Dispenses jobs sent to a network printer.
Latency The elapsed time it takes for a packet of data to arrive at its destination.
Internet Protocol (IP) Address Number that is assigned to each computer connected to the Internet.
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