Computer Networks
Computer Networks
Computer Networks
It is a set of computers that are
connected in a manner that
enables an easy data exchange
and communication.
Network Categories
1.Local Area Networks (LAN)
Star
Bus TOPOLOGY
Ring
2. Metropolitan Area Network
(MAN)
3. Wide Area Network (WAN)
.
Local Area Network
This type of networ k is often
p r i v a t e l y - ow n e d a n d m a y
wor k only within the area of
a single-building or a
sc hool.
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This type of networ k is often
p r i v a t e l y - ow n e d a n d m a y
wor k only within the area of
a single-building or a
sc hool.
Topology
It refers t o t he physic al layout
of the networks in whic h devices
are connected.
Star
Wo r k s t a t i o n s are directly
connected to a central station,
with each station passing
Topology
Bus
T h e s t a t i o n s a r e c o n n e c t e d by a
single communication line.
Ring
Eac h station is linked to a
neighboring station using
point-to-point
connections.
Metropolitan Area Network
It is simply a more
ex p a n s i v e v e r s i o n o f L A N
but uses the similar
t e c h n o l o g y.
Wide Area Network
Wa n covers a wide
geographical area. It uses
cables or telephone lines
that connect routers.
Two Types of network configuration
Peer-to-Peer Client/Server
Easy to setup More difficult to set
Less Expensive up
Can be implemented More Expensive
on a wide range of A number of
operating systems operating systems can
be supported on
client computers
Comparative Summary between Peer to
Peer and Client/Server Networks
Peer-to-Peer Client/Server
Time Consuming Easily and quickly
Low level security maintained
Ideal with less than High level security
10 computers No limit to the number
Demands a moderate of computers
skill level in network Requires a high level
management of IT skills
Networking Devices
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Modem is a contraction of the terms
modulator and demodulator. Modems
perform a simple function:
They translate digital signals from a
computer into analog signals that can travel
across conventional phone lines. The modem
modulates the signal at the sending end and
demodulates at the receiving end
Network interface is a device that connects a
client computer, server, printer or other
component to your network. Most often, a
network interface consists of a small electronic
circuit board that is inserted into a slot inside a
computer or printer. Alternatively, some
computers, printers, or other services include
network interfaces as part of their main circuit
boards (motherboards).
Network firewall protects a computer
network from unauthorized access. Network
firewalls may be hardware devices,
software programs, or a combination of the
two. Network firewalls guard an internal
computer network (home, school, business
intranet) against malicious access from the
outside. Network firewalls may also be
configured to limit access to the outside
from internal users
Materials, Tools, Equipment
and Testing Devices
Equipment and Accessories
LAN CARD
LAN CARD
Equipment and Accessories
Server
Server
Equipment and Accessories
Scanner
Scanner
Equipment and Accessories
Printer
Printer
Equipment and Accessories
USB
USB
Equipment and Accessories
Flash Drive
Flash Drive
Equipment and Accessories
Flash Drive
Flat Head
screwdriver
Tools
Philips Screwdriver
Philips
Screwdriver
Tools
Long nose
pliers
Tools
Mechanical pliers
Mechanical
pliers
Tools
Allen wrench
Allen wrench
Tools
Multitester
Multitester
Tools
Crimping tools
Crimping tools
Tools
Wire stripper
Wire stripper
Tools
LAN Tester
LAN TESTER
Tools
Anti-static
wrist strap
Materials, Tools, Equipment
and Testing Devices
Tools
Software applications
Software
applications
Tools
RJ45
Tools
CAT 5 Cable