Network

• Computing
• Lower Secondary (Key Stage 3)

Networking

Year 8 

What do you think was shown on the previous slide?

1. A Network
2. A Circuit Diagram
3. A Computer Diagram
4. A Logic Gate Diagram

Key Objective: To understand the key components, which form a network.

 All 

• To be-able to describe a Network.
• To identify what the key components that make up a Network are.

Most 

• To be-able to describe what the key components of a Network do. 

Some 

• To be-able to explain where we might need a Network.
• To explain the suitability of a Network.

Where do you think we might use need to use a 'Network'?

The definition of a 'Network'

A 'Network' is a group of two or more computer systems linked together so they can share information and resources.

Why do you think a 'Network' is useful?

Think about where we use a 'Network'.

Research Task

I am going to give each group a Network Component. 

7 minutes

1. Network Interface Card

2. Hub

3. Switch 

4. Modem 

5. Router

Network Interface Controller (NIC)

Hub 

Switch 

Modem 

Router 

Wireless Access Point (WAP) 

Ethernet 

What is a Topology?

A network topology refers to the physical or logical arrangement of a computer network. It describes how devices and nodes are connected to each other and how they communicate with one another.

What is a Mesh Topology?

A mesh topology is a type of network architecture in which each device in the network is connected to every other device directly.

What does a Mesh Topology look like? 

What is a Star Topology?

A star topology is a type of network architecture in which all devices are connected to a central hub or switch. Each device on the network has a single point-to-point connection with the hub, which acts as a central point of control for the network.

What does a Star topology look like?

Packet Switching 

Data is divided into small packets and then sent individually to their destination, with each packet taking its own route through the network.

What our Home 'Networks' look like

Do you think your home 'network' would be different from the school 'network'?

Yes

No

Maybe

I don't know

The 'School Network'

What are the main differences?

Network Switches: A school network often has multiple network switches, which allow multiple devices to connect to the network and communicate with each other.

Server Hardware: A school network may have one or more servers, which are used to run network applications such as email, student information systems, and learning management systems.

Network Security Appliances: School networks typically have more advanced network security appliances than a home network, such as firewalls, intrusion detection and prevention systems, and content filters.

What is a Router?

1. A networking device that forwards data packets.
2. A device used to cut wood.
3. A musical instrument.
4. A kitchen appliance for making toast.

What is the difference between a switch and a hub?

1. A switch sends data to a specific device, while a hub sends data to all connected devices.
2. A switch and a hub are the same thing.
3. A switch is used for gaming, while a hub is used for streaming.
4. A switch is used for cooking, while a hub is used for storage.

What is a Network? Write a definition.

What is a Network Interface Controller (NIC)?

Build Your Own Network

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