Main glossary
This glossary offers brief definitions of fundamental networking terms to assist learners in mastering computer network concepts.
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Access Point (AP) | |||
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A network component that enables wireless devices to access a wired network infrastructure. | |||
Active Equipment | |||
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Network devices such as switches and routers that process and forward data signals. | |||
Application Layer | |||
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The uppermost layer of network architecture that provides services directly to user applications, enabling tasks such as file transfer, web access, and email communication. | |||
Asynchronous Transmission | |||
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A transmission method where data units are sent independently, marked by control bits to indicate boundaries. | |||
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Baseband Transmission | |||
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Baseband TransmissionA data transmission method in which digital signals are sent directly over the medium without frequency modulation. | |||
Bridge | |||
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Bridge:A networking component that connects separate network segments and selectively forwards data frames based on hardware addresses. | |||
Broadcast | |||
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A transmission method in which data is sent simultaneously to all devices within the network. | |||
Broadcast Domain | |||
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Broadcast Domain:A group of network devices that receive broadcast messages sent by any member of the group. | |||
Bus Topology | |||
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A network structure in which all devices share a common communication channel for data transmission. | |||