Computer Networking, Networking, Computer Network,Types of Network,Network, Computer Network Topology, Topology, Cabling, Network Cabling, Hardware Networking, Networking Protocol, Protocol, Network Protocol, Cables, Computer Software, Network Software, Hardware and Software,computers, Networking Layers
Computer Network
- A computer network is an interconnection of a group of computers.
- Computer Network is the practice of linking computing devices together with hardware and software that supports data communications across these devices.
CONTENTS
Chapter 1: What
is a Network?
o Introduction
o Local Area Network
o Wide Area Network
o Advantages of a School Network
o Disadvantages of a School Network
Chapter 2:
Protocol
o Introduction
o Ethernet (Physical/Data Layers)
o IP/IPX (Network Layer)
o TCP/SPX (Transportation layer)
o HTTP/FTP/Telnet/SMPT/DNS
(Session/Presentation/Application Layers)
Chapter 3:
Hardware
o Introduction
o File Server
o Workstations
o Network Interface Cards
o Switches/Concentrators/Hubs
o Repeaters
o Bridges
o Routers
Chapter 4:
Cabling
o Introduction
o Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTS) Cable
o Shielded Twisted Pair (STP) Cable
o Coaxial Cable
o Fiber Optic Cable
o Ethernet Cable Summary
o Cable Installation Guidelines
o Wireless LANs
Chapter 5:
Topology
o Introduction
o Linear Bus
o Star
o Tree or Expanded Star
o Choosing a Topology
Chapter 6:
Software
o Introduction
o Peer-to-Peer
o Client/Server
o Network Operating System Software
Glossary
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