Practice Components Of A Computer Network (3) - Networks

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Question 1.
What does a Network Interface Card (NIC) do?
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Think about how computers communicate.
Question 2.
What is the purpose of a modem?
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Consider the relation between digital and analog signals.
3Question 3.
What is the primary function of a router?
- Connects devices in a LAN
- Connects multiple networks
- Converts digital signals
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Think about how data is routed in different locations.
4Question 4.
True or False: A hub is more efficient than a switch.
- True
- False
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Consider how data is handled within network structures.
Question 5.
Design a mini network for a small office utilizing at least two different hardware components explained. Describe how these components would interact.
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Focus on the roles each component plays in facilitating communication.
Question 6.
Explain why using protocols is essential in networking, using the TCP/IP model as a reference to discuss how different data types can be managed.
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Consider how varying devices communicate through a shared language.

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