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Computer Networking Guide 

In the world of computers, networking refers to the linking of two or more computers together for the purpose of sharing data.  Networks are built with a variety of computer hardware and software components.  Read on to learn more!  

At a Glance

* '''Area Networks:'''  This defines the type of network by the geographic area that it spans.  Wide Area Networks (WANs) reach across cities, states, and countries.  The Internet is the world's largest WAN.    * '''Network Design:'''  There are two types of network design: clientpeer.   **, all computers tend to support the same functions.  These are typically used to create networks in the home.  * '''Network Protocol:'''  In networking, the protocols refer to the communications used by computer devices; another way to classify networks is by the set of protocols that they support.  Networks often implement multiple protocols to support specific applications. Popular protocols include TCP/IP, the most common protocol found on the Internet and in home networks. * '''Network Routers:   '''These are the physical devices that join multiple wired or wireless networks together.  Home networkers often use an network server refers to the computer designed to process requests and deliver data to the other computers over a network.  Network servers typically are configured with additional processing, memory and storage capacity to handle the load of servicing users. * '''Wired vs. Wireless Networks:'''  Many of the same network protocols, like TCP/IP, work in both wireless networking alternatives have emerged as the premier technology for building new computer networks.

Network Hardware

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