LJ 2


 What I've learned so far in DIG110... Part II


    This second module of DIG110 has been so interesting to me. I love to learn the "inner workings" of things; however, I've never really explored how the internet really works. After this module, I've been picturing the bits of data as tiny puzzle pieces in envelopes. They get broken up to fit into envelopes, sent off to their destination, and then get put back together again. 



This website gave some great information on how the information travels.

    

    I also learned some great information (that has already helped me out!) about Google Chrome. I've customized my Chrome and set my home screen to the SUNY Niagara Homepage so I can quickly access Brightspace and get to work!





    I feel as though I've put a lot of time and effort into this course so far, and I don't see that changing. It makes it easy when it is something that interests me!


Terminology

IP Address - This IDs a device that is on the internet. 

Domain Name - a word that is easy to remember for an IP address. (sunyniagara.edu instead of 136.223.36.251)

Packet Switching Network - How information is broken into data packets containing everything it needs to reassemble the packet when it reaches its destination.

IP - Internet Protocol - This finds the most efficient way for information to travel. It may not be a direct route.


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