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Switch or Hub
LAN
Hub
The packets are sent to all connected computer, hoping they come to
right computer.
Switch
Inspects the packet so it can be sent to the right recipient.
Network card
Very short-ranged
Security, they can easily be intercepted,.
3.
For a home network what is the normal range for a signal
distance?
50 meters and 100 meters outdoors.
4.
If you have wireless signal you can work in shops, cafes, hotels,
out doors etc.
Its easier to keep the working area clean if there are less wires
Use page 36
of the iGCSE
textbook to
help you
Wireless communication between input and output devices. E.g. computer and
mouse
Creating small wireless networks where the computers/devices are near to each
other and the small bandwidth is not a problem.
For information e.g. Easy to carry out research as its the most widely spread
For communication E.g. Sending emails use of social networking, VOIP enable you
to contact those who are physically thousands of miles away.
For entertainment because you can Playing games online, listening to music, watch
movies
For shopping e.g. E-commerce has become an option where you can shop online for
most things.
For services because for e.g. A there are a ranged variety of services offered via
the Internet such as: job searching, online banking, buying movie tickets, hotel
reservations and consultation services etc.
1.
What is an Intranet?