these are some of the terms and types of Router / Network
What are Routers?
A router is a device that connects between the internet and other devices that are connected to the internet.
What is a wireless router?
A wireless router is a network that is wirelessly connected to devices that support the same wireless standards. This enables it to receive information from and send information to the internet. The router then communicates with the WiFi network using internal antennas. As a result, all devices on the network have internet access.
What is a wireless network?
Wireless networking is a technology that allows networks to operate without the need for cables.
What is a Cable Router?
A wired router is a network that is directly connected to a computer through a wired connection. They usually have ports that connect to a modem to communicate with the internet. Other ports allow wired routers to connect to computers and other devices to distribute information.
What are Servers?
A server is a computer system that provides specialized services for storing data. The data stored on a server includes information and various types of complex documents.
What is a Client (Client)
A client is a computer in a network that utilizes the resources provided by a server. More specifically, a client is a user of services.
What are Web Servers?
A web server is a computer network that specifically handles HTTP and HTTPS requests. The web server receives code from a browser and sends it back in the form of web pages. These web pages are transmitted by the web server as HTML and CSS documents, which are then processed by the browser to create visually appealing and user-friendly web pages.
What are Mail Servers?
A mail server serves users in exchanging messages electronically with other users.
What are Database Servers?
A database server is a computer network that provides services for managing databases and accepts client requests to access the database on the server.
What are File Servers?
A file server is a computer network that provides access to disk storage locations. These disk locations contain files such as images, videos, music, databases, documents, etc. The server is designed to serve users by granting them access to these files.
What are Proxy Servers?
A proxy server is a computer network that plays a very positive role for users. The proxy server acts as an intermediary between the user and the web server. Every user accessing the internet network will always pass through the proxy first before proceeding to the web server.
What are FTP Servers?
An FTP (File Transfer Protocol) server is an internet protocol that provides access to server data within a network.
What are Nodes?
A node is a component that functions as a point of connection, distribution, or termination in data transfer processes, depending on the network configuration.
What is Protocol?
Protocol is a system that functions to regulate the process of exchanging data between computers and networks.
What is a Network Operating System ?
Network Operating System (NOS) is a software that controls other software and hardware running on a network.
What are Repeaters?
A repeater is a device that functions to extend the range of a weak WiFi signal from the main WiFi source.
What are Gateways?
A gateway is a network node that forms a connection pathway between two or more networks operating with different transmission protocols.
What are Network Gateways?
A network gateway is the most common type of gateway that provides an interface between two networks operating with different protocols. Whenever the term “gateway” is mentioned without specifying its type, it usually refers to a network gateway.
What is Cloud Storage Gateway?
A cloud storage gateway is a network node or server that translates storage requests using different cloud storage service API calls, such as SOAP (Simple Object Access Protocol) and REST.
What is IoT Gateway?
IoT (Internet of Things) gateways assimilate sensor data from IoT devices and translate between sensor protocols before connecting and transmitting it to the cloud network.
What is VoIP Trunk Gateway?
A VoIP Trunk gateway is a gateway that facilitates the transmission of data between traditional Plain Old Telephone Service (POTS) devices such as landline phones and fax machines, and Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) networks.
What are Unidirectional Gateways?
A unidirectional gateway is a type of flow that allows data to flow only in one direction. Changes made at the source node are replicated at the destination node, but not vice versa. Unidirectional gateways are used as archival tools.
What are Bidirectional Gateways?
A bidirectional gateway is a flow that allows data to flow in both directions. This type of flow can be used as a synchronization tool.
What is Routing?
Routing is the process of selecting a path across one or more networks based on principles that can be applied to all types of networks.
What is Static Routing?
Static routing is a network routing technique that is static and manually configured. Static routing is typically managed by a network administrator and used in scenarios where network parameters and the network environment remain constant and stable.
What is Default Routing?
Default routing is a routing method that relies on configuration to send all packets to a single router. This delivery is not dependent on any specific network or its location. This flexible forwarding is then passed on to a router in a default routing configuration.
What is Dynamic Routing?
Dynamic routing is the automatic adjustment of network routes in a routing table. Dynamic routing can use specific protocols to discover network destinations and specific routes to reach those destinations.
What is Topology?
Topology is the way computers are interconnected to form a network.
What is Point to point (PTP)?
Point-to-point (PTP) is a configuration where a computer/device is connected to only one other device/computer, either using wireless devices or a single LAN cable.
What is Point to Multipoint (PTMP)?
Point-to-multipoint is a configuration where one computer/device can be connected to multiple computers/devices, and this type of network is commonly used in hotspots or internet cafes. It involves distributing data from one server to multiple clients.
What is Multipoint to Multipoint (MTM)?
Multipoint-to-multipoint refers to the connection of multiple devices/computers to multiple other devices/computers.
What is Line Topology?
The line topology depicts a computer that is connected to a point-to-point network and then connected back again. Once connected, the network can form a linear arrangement resembling a line. This is why this network topology is referred to as a line topology.
What is Bus Topology?
Bus topology is a topology in which all nodes are connected through a single cable that has two endpoints. At both ends of the cable, a device is installed that serves various functions.
What is Ring Topology?
Ring topology is a method of connecting computers in a ring or circular shape. The ring-shaped topology allows data to be transmitted to each node in the network.
What is Star Topology?
Star topology is a topology that connects all nodes through a centralized node. This central point of the network is typically a Hub or Switch.
What is a Tree Topology?
Tree topology is a topology in which nodes are interconnected in a hierarchical manner. This topology can also be considered as a combination of bus and star topologies.
What is Mesh Topology?
Mesh topology is a topology in which nodes in a network can connect to other nodes in an irregular manner.
What are Switches?
A switch is a network component that functions to connect multiple computer devices to enable the exchange of packets, including receiving, processing, and forwarding data to other devices.
What are Hubs?
A hub is a device that functions to connect one computer to another computer in a network system.
What is Loop Avoidance?
Looping is the circulation of data that occurs within switch ports only. Switches can be used to prevent looping when receiving data with unknown destinations. The received data will then be forwarded to the destination IP address through blocking on one of the ports connected to other devices.
What is Address Learning?
Address learning on a switch serves to record the MAC addresses of connected network devices. When a switch is processing incoming data, it also performs MAC address tracking of the sender and learns the destination of the data.
What are Unmanaged Switches?
An unmanaged switch is a type of switch that primarily functions as a data flow manager between printers, multiple computers, and other devices. Additionally, this type of switch can be used directly without requiring complicated configurations. Unmanaged switches have the advantage of being easy to install and relatively affordable in terms of price.
What are Managed Switches?
A managed switch is a type of switch that has the advantage of a user interface compared to other types of switches. With this advantage, it allows users to easily configure the switch. You can perform various configuration methods such as using a console, interface, and the most advanced method through the internet.
What are Smart Switches?
This type of switch has undergone modifications in its characteristics, bridging the gap between unmanaged and managed switches. However, for smart switches, the configuration and settings utilize web-based technology. This type of switch has the advantage of automatic configuration capabilities and can be adjusted according to the needs of the computer network.
What are Enterprise-Managed Switches?
Enterprise-managed switch is a type of switch used by large companies that require network monitoring and configuration. This is because the network topology concept is more complex compared to other types. Additionally, this type of switch differs from other types in terms of the number of administrators and the capabilities to support devices. Typically, it has around 4-8 ports specifically for Ethernet devices.
What is Wi-Fi or WiFi?
WiFi/Wi-Fi, which stands for Wireless Fidelity, is another name for products based on the 802.11 specifications developed by the Wi-Fi Alliance. However, computer users are generally more familiar with the term “Wi-Fi card/adapter” rather than “802.11 card/adapter.”
What is the Wi-Fi Alliance?
The Wi-Fi Alliance is a nonprofit organization that provides certification for wireless LAN equipment.
What is an Access Point?
An Access Point is a device used in a wireless LAN. It functions to connect multiple Wi-Fi devices together. An Access Point can be analogized to a hub, but it is used in a wireless LAN context.
What are Channels?
Channel can be analogized to lanes on a road. Imagine the frequency band as a road, and channels as separate lanes on that road. If there are Wi-Fi networks in an area that use the same channel, they can interfere with each other, causing slow or even disrupted Wi-Fi connections.
What is SSID or ESSID?
SSID, or Service Set Identifier, is the network ID or name for a wireless network. Some providers or vendors refer to SSID as the Domain ID. Each Wi-Fi network must have a unique SSID. Wi-Fi devices that use the same SSID are considered part of the same network.
What is MIMO?
Multiple Input Multiple Output (MIMO) is a method of increasing capacity by using multiple antennas to transmit and receive data.
What is WEP ?
WEP stands for Wired Equivalent Privacy, which is a standard security feature for wireless devices.
What is WPA?
WPA stands for Wi-Fi Protected Access, which is a system that can be implemented to secure wireless networks.
What is WPA2?
WPA2 stands for Wi-Fi Protected Access 2, also known as 802.11i. It uses more advanced encryption protocols compared to WEP and WPA. WPA2 utilizes AES encryption algorithm and 802.1X authentication, ensuring better data security and network access control than WEP and WPA.
What are Network Keys?
The network key is used for the encryption and decryption of data, particularly when wireless devices support WEP and WPA.
What is EAP?
EAP (Extensible Authentication Protocol) is an authentication protocol used in wireless networks. It is also referred to as 802.1x authentication. Each wireless network user is required to enter a login and password before being granted access to the wireless network.
What is Ad Hoc or Ad Hoc Mode?
Ad hoc is an older term used to describe a peer-to-peer or device-to-device network model. It is commonly encountered in wireless networks on your computer or laptop. Ad hoc mode is a type of WLAN that does not rely on a router or access point.
What is Bluetooth?
Bluetooth is one of the alternative wireless technologies that differs from the 802.11 family. It was introduced by Ericsson in 1994 for mobile phone purposes.
What is Infrastructure (Infrastructure Mode)?
This term is used for a Wireless LAN that uses an access point. Such a network consists of multiple or more than three Wi-Fi clients. Sometimes, the infrastructure network mode is also referred to as the managed mode.
What is IDA?
IrDA (Infrared Data Association) is an acronym that stands for Infrared Data Association. It is a technology that differs from Bluetooth and Wi-Fi. It uses infrared light as a medium for data transmission. Typically, this equipment operates at frequencies of 900 MHz and data transfer speeds ranging from 9.6 kbps, 115 kbps, up to 4 Mbps.
What are Hotspots?
A hotspot is a designated location or area where individuals can access the Internet using Wi-Fi-enabled devices.
What are ISP ?
ISP, which stands for Internet Service Provider, is a company that provides internet services. It is through an ISP that we can access the internet.
What is LAN?
LAN (Local Area Network) is a computer network with a small geographic coverage. LANs are typically implemented in companies, schools, or other institutions.
What is MAN?
MAN (Metropolitan Area Network) is a network that covers a larger area, typically encompassing urban areas. This network connects multiple companies with high data transfer speeds.
What are WAN ?
WAN (Wide Area Network) is a network that covers an even larger geographical area, such as intercity or even intercountry connections.
What are IP Addresses?
Internet Protocol Address is a numerical address assigned to a computer on a network. When a computer wants to connect to a network, it must have an IP address, and each IP address must be unique and cannot be the same.
What is NAT ?
Network Address Translation (NAT) is used by routers to share a single IP address among multiple devices.
What is DHCP?
Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) allows computers to request or be assigned IP addresses automatically.
What is HOSTNAME?
Hostname is a label that points to a device connected to a network.
What are Domains?
A domain is the fundamental part of a website’s name..
What is DNS?
The Domain Name System (DNS) is the system by which computers translate domain names or hosts into IP addresses.
What is Ethernet?
Ethernet is a standard technology used in almost all wired networks.
What is a Network Interface / Network Adapter?
A network interface is a device that connects a computer to a network.
What is Localhost?
The hostname “localhost” is the host name used for the local computer itself. “Localhost” refers to the IP address 127.0.0.1.
What is MAC Address?
Media Access Control Address or MAC Address is a unique address designed to identify each interface in a computer network. It is also commonly referred to as Physical Address.
What are Firewalls?
A firewall is a software that functions to block certain types of network traffic. For example, a firewall can block traffic from specific ports while allowing others to pass through, or it can allow traffic from certain ports while blocking others.
