Introduction to Networks KS3 Resources

​KS3 Computer Science: ​​Introduction to networks

This module contains:

  • An editable PowerPoint lesson presentation
  • Editable revision handouts
  • A glossary which covers the key terminologies of the module
  • Topic mindmaps for visualising the key concepts
  • Printable flashcards to help students engage active recall
  • A quiz with answer key to test knowledge and understanding of the module
Compatible with the following examination boards
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​​Introduction to networks

​​Two or more devices are connected together using networks.Files are sent from one device to another in the form of data packets. A file sent over a network is broken into small chunks of data known as data packets. These data packets are transmitted by the sender.
At the receiver end, the file is re-built by arranging data packets in order. Protocols define the set of rules that control the way the data is sent over the network.

This ​​KS3 Computer Science module introduces ​​​networks to your students, explaining:

  • ​​Network and its types
  • Wired and wireless networks
  • Hardware components required for networking
  • Ethernet
  • Wi-Fi

More ​​Networking Modules

​Introduction to networks is one lesson in our ​​Networking module. The other theory lessons can be found below:

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​Network topologies
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​Network protocols and layers
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​Internet technologies
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​Internet security