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Computer Systems Servicing: Self-Learning Module 2

The document discusses different types of network cables including UTP, STP, coaxial, and fiber optic cables. It also explains peer-to-peer and client/server network architectures. UTP cable is commonly used for local area networks while fiber optic cable reduces risks of interference. A peer-to-peer network consists of computers sharing files without a server, while a client/server network has one centralized server computer.

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Computer Systems Servicing: Self-Learning Module 2

The document discusses different types of network cables including UTP, STP, coaxial, and fiber optic cables. It also explains peer-to-peer and client/server network architectures. UTP cable is commonly used for local area networks while fiber optic cable reduces risks of interference. A peer-to-peer network consists of computers sharing files without a server, while a client/server network has one centralized server computer.

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COMPUTER SYSTEMS

SERVICING

Quarter 3
Self-Learning Module 2
Types of Network Cable and Network Architecture
EXPECTATIONS

After completing this lesson, you should be able to:

1. recognize the types of network cable.


2. compare the difference between peer to peer and client/server network.
3. appreciate the importance of network cable.

PRE-TEST

Direction: Match the definition of column A to the term of column B.

A B

____1. This cable commonly used in television a. Peer to peer


industries.
____2. Centralized computer is a hub to which b. Coaxial
workstation is connected.
____3. Transmits light which reduce the risks c. Fiber optic
of interference.
____4. Consists of two or more computers share d. UTP
files w/o requiring a server computer.
____5. It has two unshielded wires twisted around e. Client/server
each other.
f. STP

RECAP

Direction: Read each statement carefully. Write the letter of the correct answer.

____1. A bundle multiple network ports together to connect incoming and outgoing
lines including those for local area networks
a. Modem b. Router c. Patch panel d. Switch
____2. A device that converts data into a format suitable for a transmission medium.
a. Switch b. Patch panel c. WAP d. Modem
____3. A computer network which spans over a large geographical area such as
country or the world.
a. Metropolitan Area Network c. Wide Area Network
b. Local Area Network d. Personal Area Network
____4. A device that allows other Wi-Fi devices to connect to a wired network.
a. Router b. WAP c. Switch d. Patch panel
____5. A computer network which connects two or more LAN networks in a city or
town.
a. Personal Area Network c. Local Area Network
b. Wide Area Network d. Metropolitan Area Network

LESSON

What is a network cable?

Network cables are used to connect one network device to other network
devices or to connect two or more computers to share printers, scanners etc..

http://www.fiber-optic-cable-sale.com/ethernet-cable-vs-network-cable-whats-difference.html

Types of network of cable


1. Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) Cable

A popular type of cable that is commonly used for Local Area Network. It has
two unshielded wires twisted around each other.
https://www.e-tesda.gov.ph/pluginfile.php/115715/mod_book/chapter/1851/utpcablexx.jpg

2. Shielded Twisted Pair (STP) Cable

The extra covering of the STP Cable provides extra protection to prevent
electromagnetic interference.

https://www.e-tesda.gov.ph/pluginfile.php/115715/mod_book/chapter/1851/stpcables%20%281%29.jpg

3. Coaxial Cable

This cable commonly used in television industries. The metal shield


surrounding the cable helps block interference from fluorescence lights, motors, and
other computers.

https://www.e-tesda.gov.ph/pluginfile.php/115715/mod_book/chapter/1851/coax.jpg
4. Fiber Optic Cable

Transmits light rather than electronic signals which reduce the risks of
electrical interference. It is ideal for environments where electrical interference is
present.

http://www.satellitebyfibre.co.uk/contents/en-uk/d234.html

Network architecture
Refers to the way network devices and services are designed to serve the
connectivity needs of client devices.

1. Peer-to-peer network

This consists of two or more computers share files and access to devices such
as printers without requiring a server computer.

Printer

Router / Switch

http://www.technologyuk.net/computing/computer-networks/network-technologies/models-of-networking.shtml
2. Client/server network

A computer network in which one centralized, powerful computer (called


the server) is a hub to which many less powerful personal computers or workstations
(called clients) are connected. The clients run programs and access data that are
stored on the server.

https://www.oreilly.com/library/view/ccentccna-icnd1-100-105/9781788621434/347a1d90-2bd2-4007-b31c-f9eceebcec09.xhtml

https://www.learnpick.in/prime/documents/ppts/details/3932/computer-networking
https://www.learnpick.in/prime/documents/ppts/details/3932/computer-networking

ACTIVITIES

Activity 1:

Direction: List down 3 types of cables and explain or describe.

Types of cables Explain


1.
2.
3.

Activity 2:

Direction: Give at least 3 differences between Peer-to-peer network and Client/server


network.

Peer-to-peer network Client/server network


1.
2.
3.
WRAP-UP

UTP cable is one of the most common forms of network cable used on
wired networks. Ethernet cables connect devices within a local area network, like
PCs, routers, and switches. These limits are one reason there are different types
of cables optimized to perform certain tasks in particular situations.

Network architecture is the design of a computer network. It is a framework


for the specification of a network's physical components and their functional
organization and configuration.

VALUING

Direction: Read and answer the following questions carefully in two to three
sentences each number.

1. What are the importance of network cable?

_________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________

2. Cite a situation in which you can apply the knowledge of peer-to-peer network
and client/server network.

_________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________

POST-TEST

Direction: Identify and choose the answer from the box. Write the answer on the
blank space.

Peer to peer Coaxial Fiber optic UTP Client/server STP


__________1. The extra covering of the cable provides extra protection to prevent
electromagnetic interference.
__________2. A computer network in which one centralized, powerful computer is a
hub to which many less powerful personal computers or workstations are connected.
__________3. Transmits light rather than electronic signals which reduce the risks of
electrical interference.
__________4. This consists of two or more computers share files and access to devices
such as printers without requiring a server computer.
__________5. The metal shield surrounding the cable helps block interference from
fluorescence lights, motors, and other computers.

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