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    A network consists of two or more connected computers that can share resources. The main benefits of networks include file sharing, sharing devices, sharing internet access, speed, cost savings, security, and centralized software management. Key devices needed for networks include hubs, network interface cards, routers, connectors, and modems. Networks can be categorized as local area networks (LANs), metropolitan area networks (MANs), or wide area networks (WANs) based on their size and scope.

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    A network consists of two or more connected computers that can share resources. The main benefits of networks include file sharing, sharing devices, sharing internet access, speed, cost savings, security, and centralized software management. Key devices needed for networks include hubs, network interface cards, routers, connectors, and modems. Networks can be categorized as local area networks (LANs), metropolitan area networks (MANs), or wide area networks (WANs) based on their size and scope.

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    A network consists of two or more connected computers that can share resources. The main benefits of networks include file sharing, sharing devices, sharing internet access, speed, cost savings, security, and centralized software management. Key devices needed for networks include hubs, network interface cards, routers, connectors, and modems. Networks can be categorized as local area networks (LANs), metropolitan area networks (MANs), or wide area networks (WANs) based on their size and scope.

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    Introduction to Networks Types of Networks Networks Topology

    Definition Benefits Devices Needed

    Definition
    A network consists of two or more

    computers that are linked. Share resources, exchange files, and allow electronic communications. The computers on a network may be linked through cables, telephone lines, radio waves, satellites, infrared light beam.

    Benefits
    File Sharing
    Sharing Devices Sharing Internet Access

    Speed
    Cost Security Centralized Software Management Electronic Mail Flexible Access

    Devices Needed in Computer Network (1. Hub)


    Provides a common connection point for nodes on a network

    Devices Needed in Computer Network (2. Network Interface Card)


    Allow computers to communicate over a computer network.

    Devices Needed in Computer Network (3. Router)


    Forwards data packets along networks.
    Connected to at least two networks, commonly two LANs or WANs or a LAN and its ISPs network.

    Devices Needed in Computer Network (4. Connector RJ45)


    Short for Registered Jack 45,
    An eight-wire connector used commonly to connect

    computer onto a local-area network (LAN).

    Devices Needed in Computer Network (5. Modem)


    Short for modulator-demodulator.
    Enables a computer to transmit data over telephone or cable lines.

    LAN MAN WAN

    Types of Computer Network


    1. Local Area Network (LAN)
    Groups of computers and network devices connected

    together Usually within the same building.

    Types of Computer Network


    2. Metropolitan Area Network (MAN)
    MAN is a network that Interconnect users with

    computer resources in a geographic area or region. Larger than LAN

    Types of Computer Network


    3. Wide Area Network (WAN)
    A group of computers and network devices connected

    across a large physical area. Often connected through the telephone system Largest WAN - Internet

    Differences; Type of Computer Networks


    Criteria LAN MAN WAN

    Cost
    Network Size Speed Transmission Media Type Number of computer

    Low
    Small Fastest Twisted-Pair

    High
    Larger Faster

    Higher
    Largest Fast

    Twisted-Pair and Fibre-Optic, Fibre-Optic radio wave and satellite Large Largest

    Smallest

    Exercise
    1. Give 2 benefits of computer networks and explain?

    Star Ring Bus

    Types of Network Topology


    1. Star Network
    Designed with each node connected directly to a central

    network hub. The hub will control the flow of communication in the network If one nodes fails, the star network will still function as long as the hub is still working.

    Types of Network Topology


    2. Ring Network
    All computers and other devices connected in a loop
    Each node connects directly to the neighbouring nodes. If the device on a ring network fails, all the devices before

    the failed device are unaffected but those after the failed device will not function.

    Types of Network Topology


    3. Bus Network
    Consists of a single cable to which all the computers and

    other devices are connected. Must have a central cable to connect all the devices If one of the nodes fails, the buss network will still function

    Wi-Fi Bluetooth

    Wireless Fidelity (Wi-Fi)


    Refers to wireless LAN
    Applies IEEE 802.11 specification

    Advantages of Using Wi-Fi


    Simplicity
    Cost Easy Access

    How its work?


    Computers wireless adapter translates data into a radio

    signal The signal transmits using antenna Wireless router receives the signal and decodes it It sends the information to the internet using a physical, wired connection.

    Bluetooth
    A protocol that defines how two devices use short-range

    radio waves to transmit data Data transfers; up to 2Mbps Must be within 10 metres to communicate but can be extended to 100 metres with additional equipment

    Bluetooth
    A Bluetooth device contains a small chip that allows it to

    communicate with another Bluetooth device Examples desktop computers, notebook computers, handheld computers, PDAs, smart phones, headset, microphones. Bluetooth wireless port adapter can be purchased to convert an existing USB port into a Bluetooth port

    Are Wi-Fi and Bluetooth competing technologies?


    Bluetooth Designed for limited data transfer between two devices, one of which is usually a mobile device.
    Wi-Fi Supports data transfer at faster rates Allow users to network many computers and devices together wirelessly

    Glossary
    Roaming The ability to move from one coverage area to another without interruption in service or lost in connectivity Hot Spot A geographic area that is covered by a wireless network so that internet access is made available to any device with a wireless card

    Glossary
    Antenna A component of a radio devices that radiates radio waves from the source and also receives signals from other transmitters Decodes The conversion of encoded data back to its original form

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