Flashcards on Essential Concepts in Information Technology
Essential Concepts in Information Technology for Students
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Computer Networking
30 cards
Card 1
Question: What does voice recognition do in computing?
Answer: Converts speech into text or commands.
Card 2
Question: What is a LAN and where is it typically used?
Answer: A Local Area Network connects computers within a small area such as a school or office.
Card 3
Question: What does PAN stand for?
Answer: Personal Area Network.
Card 4
Question: What does HAN stand for?
Answer: Home Area Network.
Card 5
Question: What is the Internet in network terms?
Answer: The largest global network.
Card 6
Question: What is a workstation in a network?
Answer: A desktop computer connected to a network.
Card 7
Question: What is meant by a client device on a network?
Answer: A device that uses network resources.
Card 8
Question: What is a thin client?
Answer: A client that depends heavily on a server for processing and resources.
Card 9
Question: What services do servers provide?
Answer: Services such as file storage, email, printing and databases.
Card 10
Question: Name three types of servers.
Answer: Examples: File server, Email server, Web server (also Proxy, Print, Database servers).