Introduction to computer

Network

Ch 1
Introduction
Communicating over the Network
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Network Definition
A data communication system consists of anumber of
independent Computrizied devices within moderate size
geographic area communicated directly with each other over
shared physical channel plus s.w NOS to provide services of
communications.
A system in which anumber of independent
computers are linked together to share data and
peripheral. Sharing is the purpose of computer
networking.

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Network definition
Network:
Group of components or devices which are connected
together to give the user a certain service (application).

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Importance of Networks
Data network is a result of business need.
Easy access and sharing of information
Sharing of expensive devices and network
resources
Modern Technologies (IP telephony, Video
Conferencing, .etc)

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