Networking & The Internet Terms LAN – Small network in one location WAN – A network that connects across large areas Internet – The world’s largest network IP Address - The unique number for each device Domain Name – Easy-to-remember website name URL – the full website address Browser – Stores websites so you can use them Search Engine - Finds websites on the internet Cloud Computing – The actual message being sent Data Packet – Carries information about the path/directions Control Packet – Helps manage and control the communication Routing Packet – Stores and runs programs online A network is a group of computers connected to share information A LAN connects devices in a small area, like a school or home. A WAN connects devices across cities or countries Each computer has an IP address, like a digital home address A Domain Name is a easy-to-remember name of a website A browser is software that lets you view websites