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Seminar
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Content
 Introduction
 Types of Network
 Classification of Network Architecture
 Network Topology
 Features Of Computer Networks
 Uses of Computer Networks
 Conclusion
 References
 INTRODUCTION

A computer network is a
telecommunications network that allows
computers to exchange data.
The physical connection between networked
computing devices is established using
either cable media or wireless media.
The best-known computer network is the
internet.
 TYPES OF NETWORK

Based on the size and the coverage area,

networks are categorized into the following
types:
Personal Area Networks (PANs)
Local Area Networks (LANs)
Metropolitan Area Networks (MANs)
Wide Area Networks (WANs)
 PERSONAL AREA NETWORKS (PANS)

A personal area network (PAN) is a computer network used

for communication among computer and different
information technological devices close to one person.
Is a small network established for communication between
different devices, such as laptops, computers, mobiles, and
PDAs.
A pan may include wired and wireless devices.
 LOCAL AREA NETWORK(LANS)

A local area network (LAN) is a network that connects

computers and devices in a limited geographical area such
as a home, school, office building, or closely positioned
group of buildings.
Each computer or device on the network is a node.
Wired LANs are most likely based on Ethernet technology.
METROPOLITAN AREA NETWORK (WAN)

It is relatively larger than LAN and extends

across a city or a metropolitan.
It is created by connecting two or more LANs
located at different locations in a city.
 WIDE AREA NETWORK(WANS)

A wide area network (WAN) is a computer network that covers a large

geographic area such as a city, country, or spans even intercontinental
distances.
A WAN uses a communications channel that combines many types of
media such as telephone lines, cables, and air waves.
A WAN often makes use of transmission facilities provided by common
carriers, such as telephone companies.
 CLASSIFICATION OF
CLASSIFICATION OF NETWORK
NETWORK
ARCHITECTURE
 Client-server Architecture

On a network built using the client-server architecture, the devices

communicate to other devices through a central computer referred to
as a server.
The server is a terminal with high processing power, which provides
services for the other computers on the network.
 Peer-to-peer Architecture

On a network built using the peer-to-peer architecture, no

specific distinction exists between a client and a server.
Any node can provide a service as well as send a
request for a service from another node on the network.
 Hybrid Architecture

A hybrid, in general, is a composition of two different

types of elements.
A hybrid network architecture is created to get the
benefits of both, the peer-to-peer and the client-server
architectures, in a network.
 NETWORK TOPOLOGY
The pattern of interconnection of nodes in a
network is called the Topology.
This layout also determines the manner in which
information is exchanged within the network.

The different types of network topologies that can

be used to set up a network are:

 Bus Topology
 Star Topology
 Ring Topology
 Mesh Topology
 Tree Topology
 Hybrid Topology
Features Of Computer network
 Communication speed
 File sharing
 Back up and Roll back is easy
 Software and Hardware sharing
 Security
 Scalability
 Reliability
Uses Of Computer Network
 Resource sharing: Resource sharing is the sharing of
resources such as programs, printers, and data among the
users on the network without the requirement of the
physical location of the resource and user.
 Communication medium: Computer network behaves as
a communication medium among the users. For example,
a company contains more than one computer has an
email system which the employees use for daily
communication.
 E-commerce: Computer network is also important in
businesses. We can do the business over the internet. For
example, amazon.com is doing their business over the
internet, i.e., they are doing their business over the
internet.
Advantages of Computer Networks

 More Convenient Resource Sharing

The major benefit of computer networks for large companies is
that lots of resources can be shared to all the staff through it. It
assures that the resources needed for the completing operation
can be shared completely.
 Instant and Multiple Accesses

The computer networks allow multiple users to access the same

data from a remote location at the same time. One of the most
common examples is the global web that can be accessed by
everyone from a different place at the same time.
 Low cost and high flexibility

There is a very low cost involved in installing the networking

software on the computers or any other device.
Disadvantages of Computer
Networks
 Dangers of Security Issues
There is a chance that the security can be at risk because
a larger size of people uses a computer network and share
files. There are many illegal activities involved over the
internet from time to time and users need to be careful
about that.
 Increase Dependence on Computers

There is a great involvement of computers in this

technology and it makes the people get relied on them
instead if making some physical effort. It can have a bad
effect on the health of the people.
Conclusion
 Described how to get connected to the Internet
 Talked about the related network technologies
and components
References
 www.google.com
 www.wikipedia.com
 www.studymafia.org
Thanks