Networks

1 What is a computer network?

Two or more computers linked together.

2 What does a server do?

Manages the functions of the network.

3 What is a terminal?

A workstation on a network

4 Explain three advantages of networking computers?

1 Share files and programs

2 Share peripherals (e.g. network printer)

3 Communication between workstations

HARDWARE DEVICES
1 Explain what is meant by each of the following:

Input device: Puts data into the computer.

Eg:-
1. Keyboard
2. Mouse

Output device: Hardware that lets the computer communicate with

human
Eg:-
1. Projector
2. Speaker

Backing storage device: Hardware for saving permanent copies of

data
Eg:-
1.Hard Disk
2.Universal Serial Bus (USB)

2 Complete the table below, ticking what type of device each is.

Answers
CD/DVD Drive Backing Storage
Digital Camera Input
Digital Projector Output
Flash Drive Backing Storage
Floppy Disk Drive Backing Storage
Hard Disk Drive Backing Storage
Keyboard Input
Microphone Input
Monitor Output
Mouse Input
Printer Output
Scanner Input
Speakers Output
Tracker ball Input