Mr. K's Technology
Computer Science Foundations
#13
Demonstrate a basic understanding of computer networking. For example, explain the types of networks and what a client-server environment is.
What does Computer Network mean?
A computer network is a group of computer systems and other computing hardware devices that are linked together through communication channels to facilitate communication and resource-sharing among a wide range of users.
| Networks are used to: | There are many types of networks, including: |
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Facilitate communication via email, video conferencing, instant messaging, etc. ‣ Enable multiple users to share a single hardware device like a printer or scanner. ‣ Enable file sharing across the network. ‣ Allow for the sharing of software or operating programs on remote systems. ‣ Make information easier to access and maintain among network users. |
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Local Area Networks (LAN). ‣ Global Area Networks (GAN). ‣ Personal Area Networks (PAN). ‣ Home Area Networks (HAN). ‣ Wide Area Networks (WAN). ‣ Campus Networks. ‣ Metropolitan Area Networks (MAN). ‣ Enterprise Private Networks. ‣ Internetworks. ‣ Backbone Networks (BBN). ‣ The Internet. |