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A unique network layer address assigned to each node on a TCP/IP network. IPv4 consists of 32 bits divided into 4 octets, or bytes. IPv6 are composed of eight 16 bit fields for a total of 128 bits.
IP address
The scheme for assigning a unique identifying number to every workstation and device on the network. The type of _________ used on a network depends on its protocols and network operating system.
addressing
The part of a network to which segments and significant shared devices (such as routers, switches, and servers) connect. It is sometimes referred to as a 'network of networks' because of its role in interconnecting smaller parts of a LAN or WAN.
backbone
A computer on the network that requests resources or services from another computer on a network. In some cases, a _____ could also act as a server. The term may also refer to the user of a workstation or a software application installed on the workstation.
client
A network design in which client computers use a centrally administered server to share data, data storage space, and devices.
client/server architecture
A network that uses centrally administered computers, know as servers, to enable resource sharing for and to facilitate communication between the other computers on the network.
client/server network
The use of data networks to carry voice (or telephone), video, and other communications services in addition to data.
convergence
A specialized server that enables clients to share applications and data across the network.
file server
The functions of a file server that allows users to share data files, applications, and storage areas.
file services
A computer that enables resource sharing by other computers on the same network.
host
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