Computer Networking Basics

Common communication protocols used by computers in a computer network include the Internet Protocol (IP) and other communications protocols to organize network traffic.

Telecommunication network technologies used in computer networks include physically wired, optical, and wireless radio-frequency methods.

Nodes of a computer network can include personal computers, servers, networking hardware, or other specialized or general-purpose hosts.

<p>Computer networks support functions such as access to the World Wide Web, digital video and audio, shared use of application and storage servers, printers and fax machines, and use of email and instant messaging applications.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Computer networks may be classified by criteria such as the transmission medium used, bandwidth, communications protocols, network size, topology, traffic control mechanisms, and organizational intent.</p> Signup and view all the answers