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Path
The series of connections between computing devices on a network starting with a sender and ending with a receiver.
Bandwidth
The maximum amount of data that can be sent in a fixed amount of time, usually measured in bits per second.
Protocol
An agreed-upon set of rules that specify the behavior of some system.
IP Address
The unique number assigned to each device on the Internet.
Internet Protocol (IP)
A protocol for sending data across the Internet that assigns unique numbers (IP addresses) to each connected device.
Router
A type of computer that forwards data across a network.
Packet
A chunk of data sent over a network; larger messages are divided into packets.
Redundancy
The inclusion of extra components so that a system can continue to work even if individual components fail.
Fault Tolerant
Can continue to function even in the event of individual component failures.
HTTP
HyperText Transfer Protocol - the protocol used for transmitting web pages over the Internet.
Internet
A computer network consisting of interconnected networks that use standardized communication protocols.
World Wide Web
A system of linked pages, programs, and files.
Digital Divide
Differing access to computing devices and the Internet based on socioeconomic, geographic, or demographic characteristics.
Computing System
a group of computing devices and programs working together for a
common purpose
Computing Device
a machine that can run a program, including computers, tablets, servers, routers, and smart sensors
Computer Network
a group of interconnected computing devices capable of sending or
receiving data
