PLAI - Acceleration Program for Generative A.I. Startups
A Network Is A Collection Of Computers And Devices Connected To Each Other
1. -912603-914400 “ A network is a collection of computers and devices connected to each other. The network allows computers to communicate with each other and share resources and information.” Hardware Modem - for dial-up connections or sending digital faxes. (outdated) Network card - for DSL/Cable internet, and/or connecting to other computers, using the Ethernet cord. Direct Cable Connection - Use of a null modem, connecting two computers together using their serial ports or a Laplink Cable, connecting two computers together with their parallel ports. Kind of Networks 1) A local area network (LAN) is a computer network covering a small physical area. Current LANs are most likely to be based on Ethernet technology. 2) A metropolitan area network (MAN) is a network that connects two or more local area networks or campus area networks together but does not extend beyond the boundaries of the immediate town/city 3) A wide area network (WAN) is a computer network that covers a broad area. 4) An Internetworking involves connecting two or more distinct computer networks or network segments via a common routing technology. 5) An intranet is a set of networks, using the Internet Protocol and IP-based tools such as web browsers and file transfer applications that are under the control of a single administrative entity. That administrative entity