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Networking Words
Networking Study Stack Vocabulary Words
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Computer Network | A computer network is a set of computers connected together for the purpose of sharing resources. |
| Wide Area Network (WAN) | a computer network that spans a relatively large geographical area. |
| Local Area Network (LAN) | a system for linking private telecommunications equipment, as in a building or cluster of buildings. |
| Cross Platform Connectivity | A term that describes a language, software application or hardware device that works on more than one system. |
| Internet | a vast computer network linking smaller computer networks worldwide. |
| Intranet | a computer network with restricted access, as within a company, that uses software and protocols developed for the Internet. |
| Peripherals Devices | A peripheral device is generally defined as any auxiliary device such as a computer mouse or keyboard that connects to and works with the computer in some way. |