The concept of networks The generic term "network" refers to a group of entities (objects, people, etc.) which are connected to one another. A network,... Networking > Introduction to Networks |
Network topology A computer network is made of computers which are linked to one another with communication lines (network cables, etc.) and hardware... Networking > Introduction to Networks |
Types of networks Different types of (private) networks are distinguished based on their size (in terms of the number of machines), their data transfer... Networking > Introduction to Networks |
LAN (Local Area Network) LAN stands for Local Area Network. It's a group of computers which all belong to the same organisation, and which are linked within a... Networking > Introduction to Networks |
MAN (Metropolitan Area Network) MANs (Metropolitan Area Networks) connect multiple geographically nearby LANs to one another (over an area of up to a few dozen... Networking > Introduction to Networks |
Types of networks A WAN (Wide Area Network) connects multiple LANs to one another over great geographic distances, the size of a country or continent.... Networking > Introduction to Networks |
VPN - Virtual Private Networks Local area networks (LANs) are the internal networks of organisations, meaning connections between the machines that belong to a... Networking > Introduction to Networks |
