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3 Computer Networking
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Computer Network Need for Computer Network
Advantages of Computer Network Components of a Network
Network Terminologies Devices Required for a Network
Types of Networks Network Architecture
Wireless Networking Technology Protocol
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1. ____________________________ 2. ____________________________
3. ____________________________ 4. ____________________________
The process of connecting computers and peripheral devices with each other, so that they can
exchange data is called computer networking. Various hardware devices, protocols and software are
required for networking. In this chapter, you are going to learn about networking and the concepts
related to computer networking.
COMPUTER NETWORK
A computer network is a group of interconnected computer systems and other computing devices.
There are different kinds of computer networks that work in different ways. Networks may be very
small and simple or they may be complex as a global network like the Internet. There may be wired
or wireless connection between computers on the network.
The computers on the network can communicate with each other as well as work independently. Each
computer in a network is called a node. The computers in the network maybe linked through a cable,
hub, switch, NIC (Network Interface Card), modem or router.
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