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Response from [studName] regarding Review Questions


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Define data communications.

[q1]



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Describe the impact of data communications has had on the world of business.

[q2]



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Identify the pieces of equipment required to transmit data between computers in a computer network.

[q3]



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When should coaxial cable and twisted pair be used in a local area network?

[q4]



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What are the advantages of fiber optic cable?

[q5]



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What is the difference between a local and wide area network?

[q6]



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Describe the basic components found in a local area network.

[q7]



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Describe the advantages and disadvantages of the three network topologies discussed in this chapter.

[q8]



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What are the two basic types of services provided by common carriers and how do they differ?

[q9]



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What is the difference between a server-based and peer-to-peer server strategy?

[q10]



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Describe how the Internet is impacting hospitality operations.

[q11]



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How does the Internet differ from an Intranet?

[q12]



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Describe the five basic functions of network management.

[q13]



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Why are networks important to hotels?

[q14]



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What is the role of a systems integrator?

[q15]