Chapter 6 -
Networks
Objectives:
- Learn how computers are connected
- Become familiar with different types of transmission media
- Learn the differences between guided and unguided media
- Learn how protocols enable networking
- Learn about the ISO/OSI model
- Understand the differences between network types
- Learn about local area networks (LANs)
- Learn about wide area networks (WANs)
- Learn about wireless local area networks (WLANs)
- Learn about network communication devices
- Learn how WANs use switched networks to communicate
- Learn how devices can share a communication medium
- Learn about DSL, cable modems, and satellite communications
Homework
- Test Yourself: 1, 6, 10, 12, 15
- Practice Exercises: 1 - 20
Extras
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