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Computer Networks: Basics and Benefits

A computer network consists of two or more connected computers that share resources like files, printers, and allow electronic communication. Computers connect through cables, wireless, or other transmission media and follow protocols to signal each other. Each computer requires a networking interface card (NIC) to connect to the network and allow wired or wireless communication between local or large-scale networks like the Internet. Common computer networks provide advantages like file sharing, resource sharing, communication abilities, and flexible access to shared information across distances.

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Computer Networks: Basics and Benefits

A computer network consists of two or more connected computers that share resources like files, printers, and allow electronic communication. Computers connect through cables, wireless, or other transmission media and follow protocols to signal each other. Each computer requires a networking interface card (NIC) to connect to the network and allow wired or wireless communication between local or large-scale networks like the Internet. Common computer networks provide advantages like file sharing, resource sharing, communication abilities, and flexible access to shared information across distances.

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Computer Network

A network consists of two or more computers that are


linked in order to share resources (such as printers and
CDs), exchange files, or allow electronic
communications.
The computers on a network may be linked through
cables, telephone lines, radio waves, satellites etc.
A popular example of a computer network is the
Internet, which allows millions of users to share
information.
Every Network Includes:
1. At least two computers that have something to share.
2. A cable or wireless pathway, called Transmission Media, for
computers to signal each other.
3. Rules, called Protocols, so that computers can use the
unified principle of data communication.
4. Networking Interface Cards (NIC)
NIC
 is a computer hardware component that connects
a computer to a computer network. 
It is use to :
 allow both wired and wireless communications. NIC allows
communications between computers connected via local
area network (LAN) as well as communications over large-
scale network through Internet Protocol
It works as:
 a computer circuit or card that is installed in a computer so
that it can be connected to a network.
Advantages of Computer Networks
• File Sharing: Networks offer a quick and easy way to share files
directly.

• Resource Sharing: All computers in the network can share resources


such as printers, fax machines, modems and scanners.

• Communication: Those on the network can communicate with each


other via e-mail, instant messages etc.
Advantages of Computer Networks
• Flexible Access: Networks allow their users to access files from
computers throughout the network.

• Sharing of Information: Computer networks enable us to share data


and information with the computers that are located geographically
large distance apart.
Network Computing Models
Centralized Computing (Client-Server Network)
◦ A client-server network is where every client is connected to
the server . ◦ Server or mainframe computer has huge storage
and processing capabilities.
.

• Distributed Computing (Peer-to-Peer Network)


• ◦ All devices have same power.
• ◦ It interconnects one or more computers.
• ◦ Centralized backup is not possible.
Uses of Computer Networks
• Simultaneous Access
• Shared Peripheral Devices
• Personal Communication
• Easier Backup
Ethernet
Ethernet cables are used to provide an internet connection,
connect devices to a local network. They plug
into Ethernet ports on a variety of devices. The most common
use for an Ethernet cable is connecting a Wifi router or modem
to the internet entry port or telephone line.
Applications of network
• E-mail
• Searchable Data (Web Sites)
• E-Commerce
• News Groups
• Internet Telephony (VoIP)
• Video Conferencing
• Chat Groups
• Instant Messengers
• Internet Radio

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