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Router
It is a networking device used to connect and facilitate transfer of
data in the form of packets between two networks. It finds best route
for transmitting data packets over the network.
Modem Router
It stands for MODULATOR-DEMODULATOR. It is a hardware device that is used
to connect a computer to the Internet via a telephone line or a wireless medium.
It converts data from digital to analog and vice versa. The process of converting
digital signals to analog signals is called modulation. The process of converting
analog signals to digital signals is called demodulation.
Modem
Networking Cable
Networking cable, also known as Ethernet cable is a transmission medium
that allows to transport information from one place to other place. There
are various types of networking cables such as coaxial cable, twisted pair
cable, and optical fiber cable. Ethernet cable
Gateway
A gateway is a network device that allows the data to flow between
two different networks which may use different protocols. It collects
data that is to be sent from one computer, converts it into small
packets and then sends them to another computer.
Gateway
TYPES OF NETWORKS
Different types of networks can classified on the basis of geographical areas covered. There are
five types of networks as follows:
LAN (Local Area Network)
Workstation
LAN is a short form of Local Area Network. It is a digital
communication system that interconnects a larger number
of computers and other peripheral devices within a radius of
less than 1 km. This type of network is usually preferred for a
smaller area such as a residence, school, laboratory, university
campus or office building. By using the LAN network, users can
exchange data and messages in the easy and fast way. Cables
and communication devices are used to connect computers
to the LAN.
Server
Local Area Network
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