Context of the Standard

A local network is a collection of computers and devices, such as printers, connected together.  Many networks in a school or at home are connected using a combination of wired and wireless devices.  When a computer connects to a network, it is online. Networks allow computers to share resources, such as hardware, software, data, and information. The sharing of resources saves time and money and also allows different people throughout your house or school to share resources.

The Internet is a worldwide collection of networks that connects millions of businesses, government agencies, educational institutions, and individuals.

Essential Skills

Essential Questions

Essential Vocabulary

Students should demonstrate these skills:

• Compare and contrast the difference between a local network and a worldwide network.
• Model a network at home or school showing different components (i.e. printers, computers, and server).

Students should investigate these concepts:

• What is a network?
• What is the difference between a local and a worldwide network?
• What are examples of local and global networks?
• What are the advantages and disadvantages of local and global networks?

Students should apply these terms in context:

• Network
• Local network
• Worldwide network