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What is a Computer Network?
A computer network is a system in which multiple computers are connected to each other to share information and resources.
Characteristics
Share Resources from one computer to another
Create files and store them in one computer, access those files from the other computer(s) connected over the network
Connect a printer , scanner, or a fax machine to one computer within the network and let other computers of the network use the machines available over network.
Following is the list of hardwares required to setup a computer network.
Network Cables
Distributors
Router
Internal Network Cards
External Network Cards
Network Cables
Network cable are used to connect computers. T he most commonly used cable are Categ ory 5 cable RJ45.
Distributors
Each and every computer can be connected to another one via a serial port but if we need to connect many computers to produce a network, this serial connection will not work. T he solution is to use a central body to which other computers, printers, scanners etc. can be connected and, and then this body will manag e or distribute network traffic.
Router
Arouter is a type of device which acts as the central point among computers and other devices that are part of a network.
A router is equipped with holes called ports. computers and other devices are connected to a router using network cables.
Now-a-days router comes in wireless modes using which computers can be connected without any physical cable.
Network Card
Network card is a necessary component of a computer without which a computer cannot be connected over a network.
Also known as network adapter or Network Interface Card (NIC).
Most of branded computers have network card pre-installed.
Network cards are of two types: Internal and External Network Cards
Co pyrig ht © tuto rials po int.co m
What is a Computer Network?
A computer network is a system in which multiple computers are connected to each other to share information and resources.
Characteristics
Share Resources from one computer to another
Create files and store them in one computer, access those files from the other computer(s) connected over the network
Connect a printer , scanner, or a fax machine to one computer within the network and let other computers of the network use the machines available over network.
Following is the list of hardwares required to setup a computer network.
Network Cables
Distributors
Router
Internal Network Cards
External Network Cards
Network Cables
Network cable are used to connect computers. T he most commonly used cable are Categ ory 5 cable RJ45.
Distributors
Each and every computer can be connected to another one via a serial port but if we need to connect many computers to produce a network, this serial connection will not work. T he solution is to use a central body to which other computers, printers, scanners etc. can be connected and, and then this body will manag e or distribute network traffic.
Router
Arouter is a type of device which acts as the central point among computers and other devices that are part of a network.
A router is equipped with holes called ports. computers and other devices are connected to a router using network cables.
Now-a-days router comes in wireless modes using which computers can be connected without any physical cable.
Network Card
Network card is a necessary component of a computer without which a computer cannot be connected over a network.
Also known as network adapter or Network Interface Card (NIC).
Most of branded computers have network card pre-installed.
Network cards are of two types: Internal and External Network Cards