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What is a Virtual Private Network (VPN)?
A service that creates a secure connection over the internet, allowing users to send and receive data as if their devices were directly connected to a private network.
What is the purpose of a firewall?
A network security device that monitors and controls incoming and outgoing network traffic based on predetermined security rules.
What does ISP stand for?
Internet Service Provider, a company that provides customers with access to the internet.
What is bandwidth?
The maximum rate of data transfer across a network in a given amount of time.
What is the function of a modem?
A device that modulates and demodulates signals, enabling internet access over telephone lines or cable systems.
What is the significance of IP addresses?
Unique identifiers assigned to devices on a network, allowing them to communicate with each other.
What is network latency?
The delay before a transfer of data begins following an instruction for its transfer.
What is a network topology?
The arrangement of different elements (links, nodes, etc.) in a computer network.
What is a router?
A device that forwards data packets between computer networks.
What is a DHCP server?
A server that automatically assigns IP addresses to devices on a network.
What is cloud computing?
The delivery of computing services (servers, storage, databases, networking, software) over the internet.
What is a VPN tunnel?
A secure point-to-point connection used by a VPN to encrypt data transfers.
What does Wi-Fi 6 refer to?
The latest wireless communication standard (802.11ax) that improves network capacity and efficiency.
What is authentication in networking?
The process of verifying the identity of a user or device.
What is network security?
Practices designed to protect a computer network from intrusions, misuse, or damage.
What are Ethernet cables?
Cables used to connect devices in a wired network.
