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1. The process of verifying the identity of a user or device trying to connect to a network.

2. The process of verifying the identity of a user or system.

3. A gateway is a network node that acts as an access point to another network, often involving translation between different network protocols.

4. Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) is a network management protocol used to automatically assign IP addresses and other network configuration parameters to devices on a network.

5. A network component that provides IP addresses and other network configuration information to devices requesting them.

6. A public IP address is an IP address that is used to identify a device on the public internet.

7. A decentralized wireless network where each node cooperates to distribute network data, often used for increased coverage and improved reliability.

8. The power level of a wireless signal, indicating the quality of communication between devices.

9. a device that forwards data packets between computer networks

10. A network that enables mobile devices to connect to the internet via wireless communication.

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11. A private IP address is an IP address that is used within a private network and is not directly accessible from the internet.

12. The assurance that data has not been altered or tampered with.

13. a physical location where people can access the internet, typically using Wi-Fi

14. The transmission of information between devices without the use of physical connections or cables.

15. Devices that detect physical or environmental input such as temperature, pressure, motion, or light, and convert it into an electrical signal.

16. A temporary and spontaneous wireless network formed between devices for a specific purpose without the need for a central infrastructure.

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