Technologies for Enhancing Network Performance

A collection of flashcards that cover key concepts and terms related to network performance, protocols, and technologies.

Networking Protocols

A set of rules that allow devices to communicate over a network.

TCP/IP

Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol, manages how data is transmitted and routed over the internet.

Ethernet

A protocol that governs wired communication within local networks (LANs) and supports high-speed data transfer.

HTTP

HyperText Transfer Protocol, used for transferring web pages and resources on the internet.

International Standards

Guidelines established by organizations like IEEE and ISO to ensure compatibility and security in networking.

Quality of Service (QoS)

A set of techniques used to manage and prioritize specific types of data traffic in networking.

VoIP

Voice over Internet Protocol, a technology that enables voice communication over the internet instead of traditional phone lines.

Video Compression

A process that reduces the size of video files while maintaining original quality to facilitate smoother streaming.

Gigabit Switch

A network device that connects multiple devices within a local area network (LAN) and enables high-speed data sharing.

Router

A device that connects different networks and routes data between them, acting as a gateway to the internet.