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Basic Network Component

 There are many components that can be part of a network, for example
personal computers, servers, networking devices, and cabling.

 These components can be grouped into four main categories:


1. Hosts
2. Shared Peripherals
3. Networking devices
4. Networking media
Servers

 Servers are hosts that have software installed that enable


them to provide information, like email or web pages, to
other hosts on the network.
Clients
 Clients are computer hosts that have software installed that
enable them to request and display the information obtained from
the server.

 An example of client software is a web browser.


Network Devices
• Modem.
• Hub.
• Switch.
• NIC.
• Repeater.
• Bridge.
• Router.
• Gateway.
Modem
Network Interface Card-NIC
Hub
Switch
Repeater
Bridge
Router
Gateway
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By: Nasratullah Nasrat

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