Network Hardware Flashcards

A device that allows wireless devices to connect to a wired network using Wi-Fi.

A device that connects networks together and directs data packets between them.

A device that connects devices within a LAN and uses MAC addresses to forward data to the correct device.

A hardware component that allows a device to connect to a network, either wired or wireless.

The physical or wireless means used to transfer data between devices, e.g., Ethernet cables or Wi-Fi signals.

A Local Area Network that connects computers within a small geographical area, such as a home or office.

A Wide Area Network that connects computers over a large geographical area, often using routers and leased lines.

A wired transmission medium commonly used in LANs for reliable and fast data transfer.

A wireless transmission medium used to connect devices to a network without physical cables.

A short-range wireless transmission medium used for connecting devices like keyboards or headphones to a computer.