Networks
Networks
Internet World wide web
The internet is a global network It is a collection of public and
of interconnected computers private webpages that are
and devices that communicate accessed through the internet
with each other using standard using a web browser.
protocols.
Wide area networks
It is a telecommunications network that covers a wide geographical
scale areas. E.g City,
Uses of a wan:
1. Business connectivity: used by companies to connect their
branch office across different locations allowing employees to
communicate, share data and access centralized resources.
2. Remote Access : enables remote workers to connect a
company’s internal network securely from different geographical
locations, facilitating telecommuting and global collaboration.
Making Informed Decisions Regarding Internet
Connections
Broadband refers to high –speed internet access that is always on,
providing fast and reliable data transmission. It includes various
technologies like DSL, fiber optics and cable
Bandwith : refers to the amount of data that can transmitted over a
network in given time frame, typically measure in megabits per sec.
Making Informed Decisions Regarding Internet
Connections
• Throttling is the intentional • Shaping is a technique used to
slowing down of internet speed prioritize certain types of traffic
by an internet service provider (e.g., giving higher priority to
(ISP), typically to reduce video calls) and limit other
network congestion or enforce types (e.g., downloads) to
data usage limits ensure a smooth user
experience for critical services.
Communication and Communication Devices
• Standards for Wireless Communication: Wireless
communication standards include technologies like Wi-Fi (IEEE
802.11), Bluetooth (IEEE 802.15), and 5G networks. These
standards define how devices communicate over short and long
distances without the need for physical connections.
modem router
A modulator-demodulator A device that connects your
device that converts digital data local network (LAN) to the
from your device into analog internet (WAN), directing data
signals for transmission over traffic between devices within
phone lines or cable and vice the network and external
versa. networks (like the internet).
