Investigation should include the
- definition of a network—connecting two or more computers together for the purpose of sharing information and resources
- development of the first network (e.g., 1975—first transmission control protocol/Internet protocol [TCP/IP] tested)
- types of networks (e.g., local area networks (LANs) and wide-area networks (WANs)
- networking terminology (e.g., Internet, intranet, traffic, gateway, Internet protocol [IP] address, terminator, hub or concentrator, token, signal bounce, bridge, router, server, virtual private networks [VPNs])
- trends related to networking, such as the use of wireless technology.