Computer Networking Basics

Networking Basics

Components that make up a network, including devices, connections, and protocols.

Types of Networks

Different categories of networks such as Local Area Network (LAN), Wide Area Network (WAN), and Metropolitan Area Network (MAN).

Network Devices

Devices that facilitate networking such as routers, switches, and access points.

Protocols

Rules governing communication between devices; examples include TCP/IP, HTTP, and FTP.

TCP/IP

A fundamental protocol suite that allows different devices to communicate over the internet.

HTTP

Hypertext Transfer Protocol, used for transmitting web pages on the internet.

FTP

File Transfer Protocol, used for transferring files between computers on a network.

Emerging Technologies

Innovative technologies like the Internet of Things (IoT) and cloud computing that impact networks.

Internet vs. World Wide Web

The Internet is the global network of connections while the World Wide Web is the collection of web pages and services accessible via the Internet.

IoT

Internet of Things; a system of interrelated physical devices connected to the internet.