AP Cybersecurity

CYBER.ORG: AP Cybersecurity – Lesson 2.5.1 – Input Output Interfaces

Objective:

Students will be able to:

  • Distinguish between wired and wireless interfaces and explore the different options of each interface.
  • Identify different networking tools.
  • Apply their knowledge of wired and wireless interfaces to determine which best fits a user’s needs.

Standards:

CompTIA Tech+ FC0-U71 Objective:
2.5 – Compare and contrast common types of input/output device interfaces.

  • Networking
    • Wired
      • Ethernet connector (RJ45)
      • Fiber connector small form-factor pluggable (SFP)
    • Wireless
      • Bluetooth
      • Near-field communication (NFC)
      • 802.11X
    • Networking devices and tools
      • Crimpers
      • Cable testers

Guiding Question:

How do wired and wireless interfaces impact networking?

Resources:

  • Lesson 2.5.1 – Input Output Interfaces.pptx Presentation available on Google Classroom

Assignment:

  1. Read the 2.5.1 – Input Output Interfaces.pptx presentation in today’s class.
  2. Complete the Student Handout 2.5.1 – Input Output Interfaces Check for Understanding activity using the materials provided in Google Classroom.

Assigned: January 9th, 2026
Teacher Pacing Due Date: January 12th, 2026