This document discusses computer networks, including their types, architectures, topologies, advantages, and disadvantages. It defines different types of networks like PAN, LAN, MAN, and WAN based on size and coverage area. It also explains client-server and peer-to-peer architectures and hybrid networks. Topologies like bus, star, ring, mesh, tree and hybrid are covered. Advantages include improved communication, but disadvantages are security risks and increased reliance on computers.