A connection point for devices on a single network.
Hub
Network situated within a local office or building
LAN
an “equal client” system
P2P
It uses high-frequency radio waves around the coverage area, often a home or small office.
WLAN
A controlled private network
Extranet
network covering a small area ex: USB
PAN
It encrypts the connection to log into a network remotely.
VPN
It is used to connect to a website's server and display its web pages,
Browsers
Network of networks
Internet
This offers high bandwidth (but lower than cables).
Microwave Radio
A connection that uses microwave radio to exchange data.
Bluetooth
A network of storage devices
SAN
collection of other networks
WAN
It converts analog signal to digital data and vice-versa.
Modem
It connects network to other networks, such as the Internet.
Router
It transmits data to the exact port and network device.
Switch
A connection that that is used only for very short distances.
Infrared
Very popular cable used for LANs.
UTP
Cable that carries a beam of light.
Fiber Optic Cable
A network designed for employees in an organization.
Intranet
A connection that uses various radio technologies.
RFID
made up of two copper conductors that usually carry TV signals.
Coaxial Cable
It provides a service to the other computer systems.
Server
It uses complex mathematical algorithms and alters a message into a form that is not understandable to an unauthorized person.
Encryption
It requests a service from a server.
Client
"as if" they exist in a LAN.
VLAN