Introduction to Computing

These flashcards cover key concepts and terminology related to networks, the Internet, and communication technologies discussed in the Introduction to Computing lecture.

Network

A collection of two or more computers connected to each other.

Local Area Network (LAN)

A network confined to a limited geographical area.

Wide Area Network (WAN)

A network that connects multiple local area networks over large geographical areas.

E-commerce

Buying and selling goods and services online.

Internet

A global network of interconnected computers for data exchange and communication.

World Wide Web (WWW)

A system of interlinked hypertext documents accessed via browsers.

Communication Media

Channels or technologies used to transmit data between devices.

Protocol Suite

Defines rules for data transmission in networks.

Client-Server Architecture

A network structure where centralized servers manage resources for client devices.

Peer-to-Peer (P2P)

A network design where all computers are equal; no central server is designated.

Router

A device that connects different types of networks and directs data packets.

Modem

A device that converts digital signals for transmission over telephone lines.

Firewall

A security device filtering network traffic to protect against threats.

Transmission Media

The physical pathways for data transfer, such as cables or wireless signals.

Bandwidth

The maximum rate of data transfer across a network.

Troubleshooting

The process of diagnosing and fixing problems in computing.

Client-Side Error (4xx Codes)

Errors related to the client, indicating issues on the user's side.