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Competencies (Page 1 of 2)
Discuss connectivity, the wireless revolution, and communication systems. Describe physical and wireless communications channels. Discuss connection devices, and services including dialup, DSL, cable, satellite/air, and cellular. Describe data transmission factors, including bandwidths and protocols.
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Competencies (Page 2 of 2)
Discuss networks and key network terminologies. Describe different types of networks, including local, home, wireless, personal, metropolitan, and wide area networks. Describe network architectures, including topologies, and strategies. Describe organization issues related to Internet technologies and network security.
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Introduction
We live in a truly connected society. Increased connectivity potentially means increased productivity especially in the business world. You will learn more about the concept of connectivity and the impact of the wireless revolution in this chapter.
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Communications
The process of sharing data, programs, and information between two or more computers
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Communications Today
Numerous applications depend on communication systemsE-mail, Instant messaging (IM), Internet telephone, and Electronic commerce Connectivity uses computer networks to link people and resources Going wireless has been the most dramatic change
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Communication Systems
Four basic elements
Sending and receiving devices Communication channel Connection devices Data transmission specifications
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Communication Channels
Channels carry data from one computer to another Two categories of communication channels
Physical connection Wireless connection
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Physical Connections
Ethernet cable (Twisted pair cables) Coaxial cable
Fiber-optic cable
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Wireless Connections
Radio frequency (RF) Wi-Fi (wireless fidelity) 802.11 Bluetooth Microwave Line of sight Satellite GPS Infrared Short distances Line of sight
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Digital
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Connection Devices
Types of modems
Telephone DSL Cable Wireless
Transfer Speeds
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Connection Services
Dial-Up services Leased lines T1
T3 and DS3 have higher capacity
Cable
Uses existing TV cable Provides speeds as fast as DSL at a lower cost
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Bandwidth
Measurement of the capacity of the channel Categories
Voice band also known as low bandwidth Medium band Broadband Baseband
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Protocols
Set of communication rules Standard for Internet: TCP/IP (Transmission control protocol/Internet protocol)
Identification Packetization
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Networks
A computer network is a communication system Connects two or more computers Allows information exchange
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Computer Networks
Node Client Server Directory server
Host Switch Network interface cards (NIC) Network operating system (NOS) Network administrator
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Network Types
Local area networks Home networks Wireless LAN Personal Area networks Metropolitan area networks Wide area networks
LAN
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Network Architecture
Arrangement is called topology Types of network topology
Legacy
Star Bus
Current
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Star Network
Smaller computers linked to a central unit Central unit is called the network switch Control is maintained by routing
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Bus Network
Each device handles its own communication control There is no host Has a common connecting cable called a backbone or bus All communications travel along this bus
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Ring Network
Each device is connected to two other devices No central file server or computer Useful in a decentralized environment
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Tree Network
Several computers linked to a central node Also known as a hierarchical network Useful in centralized organizations
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Hybrid Network
Combination of different topologies Large organizations have a complex of smaller networks
Smaller networks use a variety of configurations Connected together they form a hybrid
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Mesh Network
Newest type of topology Does not use a specific type of layout Requires that each node have more than one connection to other nodes Wireless technologies are frequently used
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Network Strategies
Terminal Client/Server Peer-to-peer Distributed
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Organizational Networks
Intranets
Private network within an organization Provides information to employees
Extranets
Private network that connects organizations Used to allow suppliers and others access
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Network Security
Firewalls Hardware & software Protects against external threats Intrusion detection systems (NIDS) Virtual private networks (VPN)
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Careers In IT
Network Administrator
Manage a companys LAN and WAN networks Maintain hardware and software Diagnose and repair problems Candidates usually have a bachelors degree in computer science and practical experience Annual salary is typically between $48,500 and $79,000
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Open-Ended Questions (1 of 2)
Define and discuss connectivity, the wireless revolution, and communications. Identify and describe the various physical and wireless communication channels. Identify the standard Internet protocol and discuss its essential features.
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Discussion Questions (2 of 2)
Discuss past and present network topologies. Define and discuss four common network strategies.
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