Types of Networks - Networking Tutorial #2

In the world of computer, networking is the practice of linking two or more computing devices together for the purpose of sharing data. networks are built with a mix of computer handware and computer software

Types of Networks

Network Design

1. Client - Server
2. Peer To Peer

Area Networks

1. PAN - Personal Area Network
2. LAN -  Local Area Network
3. MAN - Metropolitan Area Network
4. CAN - Capmpus Area Network

Network Topology

Bus

Ring

Star

Hybrid

Network Protocols

1. Proprientary
2. Open Standard 

Wired vs Wireless

Network with Ethernet cables predominated in businesses, school and homes for several decades

Recently wireless networking alternatives have emerged as the premise technology for building new computer networks