Network is any collection of independent computers that connect with one another which allow users to share files and peripherals such as modems, printers, scanners,application software e.tc
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Network is any collection of independent computers that connect with one another which allow users to share files and peripherals such as modems, printers, scanners,application software e.tc. Networks can linked people who are in the same office or in different continents. Networks at multiple locations are connected using services available from phone companies, users can send emails, share links to global internet, or conduct video conferences in real time with other remote users. Companies rely on applications like electronic mail and database management for business operations. A typical network must have four things besides computers which are a set of communication rules to make sure to make sure that everyone speaks the language(Protocol), cards that plug into the back or side of the computers and lets them send and receive messages from other computers (Network interface cards..NICs), the medium to connect all the computers together(Cable) and the hardware to perform traffic control(Hub)....

