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Introduction to Computer Networks INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER NETWORKS

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  • INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER NETWORKSIntroduction to Computer Networks

  • Computer Networks

    Computer network connects two or more autonomous computers.

    The computers can be geographically located anywhere.Introduction to Computer Networks

  • LAN, MAN & WAN

    Network in small geographical Area (Room, Building or a Campus) is called LAN (Local Area Network)

    Network in a City is called MAN (Metropolitan Area Network)

    Network spread geographically (across the Country) is called WAN (Wide Area Network)Introduction to Computer Networks

  • Applications of Networks

    Resource SharingHardware (computing resources, disks, printers)Software (application software)Information SharingEasy accessibility from anywhere (files, databases)Search Capability (WWW)CommunicationEmailMessage broadcastRemote computing

    Introduction to Computer Networks