Networking
Learning Targets:
- I can define network.
- I can define network topology.
- I can distinguish between a LAN and a WAN.
There will be three parts for you to complete today. Please see below!
part 1:
Click on the graphic below: "What is a Network and Network Topologies" and watch the video.
Define the vocabulary words listed to the right of the graphic. (Use Word)
Define the vocabulary words listed to the right of the graphic. (Use Word)
part 2:
Click on the video on the left, watch the video.
On the right, download the Word document and answer the questions on the handout.
Save to your network.
On the right, download the Word document and answer the questions on the handout.
Save to your network.
| Open the document below, save to your network and answer the questions.
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part 3:
A) Navigate to PBS.org Network Tutorial. Answer the following questions, use the same document you created from PART 1 to type your answers. (Copy/Paste Questions & Answer them completely).
- What are some of the benefits of computer networks?
- What are the differences between a LAN and a WAN?
- Why do you think firewalls are established between computer networks?
- What are some factors to consider when deciding which network topology to use?
- How has the Internet expanded the capabilities of computer networks?
B) Work through the Peter Packet activity...(it's a little childish, but good information).