Networking and Operating Systems

IT Fundamentals, Section 6.2 – Networking Basics – TestOut

Objective: 

This section introduces you to computer networking devices and gives you practice setting up wired network connections. After finishing this section, you should be able to:

  • Define some advantages of computer networking.
  • Explain the difference between a local area network (LAN) and a wide area network (WAN).
  • Describe common network topologies, including bus, ring, star, and mesh.
  • Explain the role of clients and servers on a network.
  • Describe standard devices and interfaces used in wired networking.
  • Describe standard devices and interfaces used in wireless networking.
  • Describe different network storage options.
  • Select and install a network interface card.
  • Use an appropriate network cable to connect a computer to the local network.
  • Use Network & Internet settings in Windows to confirm that a workstation is connected to the local network and the internet.

Links:

Key Terms:

  • Network Interface
  • Network Cable
  • Wall Jack
  • Local Area Network (LAN)
  • Wide Area Network (WAN)
  • Metropolitan Area Network (MAN)
  • Internet Service Providers (ISP)
  • Bus Topology
  • Ring Topology
  • Star Topology
  • Mesh Topology
  • Physical Address
  • Logical Address
  • Default Address Class
  • Internet Protocol (IP)
  • Modem
  • Router
  • Switch
  • Access Point
  • Firewall
  • Home Router
  • Registered Jack 11 (RJ-11) Interface
  • Registered Jack 45 (RJ-45) Interface
  • Bluetooth
  • Radio Frequency ID
  • (RFID)
  • Near Field Communications (NFC)
  • File Server
  • Mail Server
  • Web Server
  • Database Server
  • Gaming Server
  • Client
  • Server
  • Client-Server Model
  • SOHO

Topics Discussed:

  • What hardware components are needed for a wired network? A wireless network?
  • What roles do servers play on a network?
  • What is the difference between a LAN and a WAN?

Assignment:

  1. Access the TestOut Courseware through the provided link.
  2. Study 6.2: Networking Basics and complete the 6.2.11 Lab/Activity and the 10 question Exam to complete the Section.

Assigned: April 10th, 2024
Teacher Pacing Due Date: April 11th, 2024
AZ CS Standard: Computing Systems – HS.CS.T.1