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Networking basics: NIC, router, switch, LAN and WAN
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- 1what is a nica nic is an expansion card that enables a computer to connect to anetwork
- 2what is a routera router is a networking device that forwards data to other nodes
- 3what is a switchA network switch is a computer networking device that connects devices together
- 4what is a networkA computer network, or data network, is a digital telecommunications network which allows nodes to share resources.
- 5what is a lanA local area network is a computer network that interconnects computers within a limited area such as a residence, school, laboratory, university campus or office building.
- 6what is a wanwide area network is a telecommunications network or computer network that extends over a large geographical distance. Wide area networks are often established with leased telecommunication circuits.
- 7what are the advantages of a computer networkAdvantages of computer networking. There are several distinct advantages to networking, including: ... Resource sharing – using network-connected peripheral devices like printers, scanners and copiers, or sharing software between multiple users, saves money.
- 8what are the disadvantages of a computer networkPurchasing the network cabling and file servers can be expensive. Managing a large network is complicated, requires training and a network manager usually needs to be employed. ... Viruses can spread to other computers throughout a computer network.
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