What does Ipconfig do as a command?

shows all network information for your device.

What does Bandwidth mean in a network?

the amount of data that a network can transmit in a set time

What is an IP Address?

A unique identifier for specific devices within a network.

What is a Subnet Mask?

a number range of IP addresses within aa network.

What does Ethernet do in a network?

it's the common name for wired network connections.

What does PING mean in a network?

a ping sends data over a network to check a connection

What is a Default Gateway?

a routing device that passes traffic between networks.

What is a Network Interface Card?

a circuit board in a computer used to connect to a network.

What is a Networking Protocol?

rules for communication between two or more network devices.

What is a MAC Address?

a unique ID code used to identify network devices.

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What does Ipconfig do as a command?
changes your internet settings.
turns wifi on and off.
shows all network information for your device.
resets the network connection.
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What does Bandwidth mean in a network?
how much space an orchestra needs.
when a network has fibre optic cable conection
the amount of data that a network can transmit in a set time
how thick your Ethernet cable is.
3
What is an IP Address?
The address of your Internet Service Providers business.
An Internet Page address like www.google.com.au
A place where you can get free wifi.
A unique identifier for specific devices within a network.
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What is a Subnet Mask?
a device used to prevent computer viruses.
numbers printed on the bottom of your computer.
a number range of IP addresses within aa network.
a way of hiding your computer from hackers.
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What does Ethernet do in a network?
a collection of network points in one room.
it is used to catch ethers.
it's the common name for wired network connections.
a faster alternative to the Internet.
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What does PING mean in a network?
ping is a retro arcade game popular in the 1980s.
an error message about hard drive failure.
the noise your computer makes when receiving emails.
a ping sends data over a network to check a connection
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What is a Default Gateway?
a routing device that passes traffic between networks.
a small opening in a desk for network cables.
where a computer saves all its files
the main entry to the Internet.
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What is a Network Interface Card?
a security card used to store passwords.
a fingerprint scanner for logging in to a network.
a circuit board in a computer used to connect to a network.
a place to scan your face for security access to a network.
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What is a Networking Protocol?
rules for communication between two or more network devices.
a way mobile phones use data.
the software used to access the Internet.
another name for a Search Engine.
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What is a MAC Address?
where the closest McDonalds is.
the number of computers in your network
a unique ID code used to identify network devices.
where to take your iPad for repairs

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