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Networking and Internet

The document discusses networks and the internet. It defines the internet as a global system of interconnected electronic devices that use TCP/IP protocols. It notes that networks allow sharing and transferring of files between connected devices, as well as shared access to software and resources. The internet connects networks worldwide, allowing global communication like email and file transfers. It also provides access to information, communities, and online services. The key difference between networks and the internet is that networks connect devices within a limited range controlled by one entity, while the internet connects millions of computers globally without any single entity in control.

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Networking and Internet

The document discusses networks and the internet. It defines the internet as a global system of interconnected electronic devices that use TCP/IP protocols. It notes that networks allow sharing and transferring of files between connected devices, as well as shared access to software and resources. The internet connects networks worldwide, allowing global communication like email and file transfers. It also provides access to information, communities, and online services. The key difference between networks and the internet is that networks connect devices within a limited range controlled by one entity, while the internet connects millions of computers globally without any single entity in control.

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Networking and

Internet
MUNTAZIR KHAN
Network

 The Internet (Interconnected Network) is a global system which use TCP/IP


protocol suite to link various types of electric devices worldwide. The internet is a
collection of interconnected devices which are spread across the globe. It is a
network of networks that consist of public, private, sales, finance, academic,
business and government networks. The internet is a type of network and
called network of networks.
Why do you need a Network?
 Networks provide a fast and effective method for sharing & transferring files
 The network version of most software programs is available at considerable savings
as compared to buying seat licensed copy for each of them.
 You don’t need to load all the software on every computer. Instead, load in the
primary server and use on every computer connected to the network.
 Easy connectivity and fast communication
 Internet Access Sharing
 Helps you in performance enhancement and load balancing
Why do you need Internet?
The network provides connectivity between computers and devices within a restricted range. In this system,
only one entity is controlled or authorized to manage the entire system.
 The Internet is a network of computers at different locations around the world.
 Allows you to send an email message from every location
 Helps you to send or receive files between different computers
 Using the Internet, you can participate in discussion groups, such as mailing lists and newsgroups.
 It allows all small, medium and large size businesses to sell their products with less investments.
 It makes information available worldwide. So there’s no need to look for a good book in different libraries,
as you can search for information over the Internet.
 It helps you updated with the latest news and technologies.
 It helps us meet people with the same interests as communities, forums, chats, websites, etc.
 It eases bills payment by facilitating bill payment online with the credit card and saves us time spent to stand
up in the queue.
Network vs. Internet
Parameter Network Internet

Connect the system using different


Connection Connect networks across the world.
parameters.

One entity has administrative rights to


Connectivity No entity controls the system.
manage the network

Hundreds or a few thousand number of Millions of computers get linked at one


Amount
PC, get linked at one time. time.

To exchange data and collaborate with To get the knowledge and communicate
Objective
peers. over the Internet.

Local Area Network, Wide Area Network,


Type Campus Area Network, and Home Area World Wide Web.
Network.

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