Telecommunications the Internet and Wireless Technology

Chapter 7 Learning Objectives

What are the principal components of telecommunications networks and key networking technologies?

Principal components: nodes, links, protocols, switching equipment, transmission media.

How do the Internet and Internet technology work, and how do they support communication and e-business?

The Internet functions as a vast network of interconnected computer networks, allowing devices to communicate with each other globally by sending data packets through routers and switches, enabling seamless information exchange through various protocols like TCP/IP, which underpins communication and supports e-business by providing a platform for online transactions, remote access to data, and facilitating communication tools like email, instant messaging, and video conferencing, essentially creating a virtual marketplace accessible from anywhere with an internet connection.

What are the different types of networks?

There are several types of networks, including local area networks (LANs), metropolitan area networks (MANs), and personal area networks (PANs). Other types of networks include wide area networks (WANs), wireless LANs (WLANs), storage area networks (SANs), virtual private networks (VPNs), and campus area networks (CANs).

What are the principal technologies and standards for wireless networking, communication, and Internet access?

The primary technology and standard for wireless networking, communication, and internet access is IEEE 802.11, commonly known as Wi-Fi, which utilizes radio waves to enable devices like computers, phones, and tablets to connect to the internet through a router.

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