GCSE J277 Unit 1.

3| Computer networks, connections and protocols Craig’n’Dave

STARTER
How is the internet connected across oceans?
What transmission media do you think is used?
GCSE J277 Unit 1.3| Computer networks, connections and protocols Craig’n’Dave

STARTER
The internet is connected across oceans using fibre
optic cables. Fibre optic is the fastest and most
reliable transmission media over longer distances.
GCSE J277 Unit 1.3| Computer networks, connections and protocols Craig’n’Dave

HOMEWORK
Watch the following video(s) before the next lesson
and make notes:
• 1.3 The internet
GCSE J277 Unit 1.3| Computer networks, connections and protocols Craig’n’Dave

KEY QUESTION
How do you set up a LAN?
GCSE J277 Unit 1.3| Computer networks, connections and protocols Craig’n’Dave

OBJECTIVES
1. Know the hardware required to connect a LAN.
2. Understand the purpose of each piece of
hardware and the tasks it performs.
GCSE J277 Unit 1.3| Computer networks, connections and protocols Craig’n’Dave

ACTIVITY
SLR 1.3 Workbook
• Complete slide 7
GCSE J277 Unit 1.3| Computer networks, connections and protocols Craig’n’Dave

ACTIVITY
Continue programming tasks and challenges.
GCSE J277 Unit 1.3| Computer networks, connections and protocols Craig’n’Dave

OBJECTIVES REVIEW
1. Know the hardware required to connect a LAN.
2. Understand the purpose of each piece of
hardware and the tasks it performs.