Networks & the Internet
See how devices find each other.
From the idea to the “I get it”.
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01Understand+
See how devices find each other.
02Investigate+
Which device normally forwards traffic between a home network and the internet?
03Practise+
Connect the networks.
04Explain+
A router forwards packets between networks. Home routers often also provide Wi-Fi, switching and other services.
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Connect the networks.
One small decision. A clearer understanding.
Why learn this?
Almost every digital service relies on connected devices exchanging information.
Understand the idea.
See how devices find each other.
Apply your judgment.
Connect the networks. Explore the evidence and explain your next step.
Connect it to practice.
A router forwards packets between networks. Home routers often also provide Wi-Fi, switching and other services.