Networking Concept

Networking Concept
Networking:- A computer network can be defined as a group of computers and other peripheral devices that are linked together for the purpose of sharing data and hardware resources. For example, if one of the computers in a network has a printer attached to it then all the computers in that network can access the printer and use it to print the documents.

The computers in a network can communicate with each other as well as work independently. Each computer in a network is called a Node. The computers in a network may be linked through cables, telephone lines, radio waves or infrared light beams.

* Advantages Of Networking:- Networking in a computer brings efficiency, economy and effectiveness in any organization.

Efficient use of storage media:- It's better to store a shareable application data on a network drive than to store a copy of the application on each user's storage device. It is better to have one big hard disk in the server than to have small hard disks in different computers.

Preserving Information:- It is difficult to maintain regular backups on a number of stand alone computers. When you keep backups on a central location, you have one place to look for the lost information.

Reduction In Hardware Costs:- In a network, the hardware devices which are not used very often like modems, printers, scanners, CD-writers etc. can be shared. This reduces the cost of hardware. Efficiency:- In a Network, the deletion, modification or upgradation of the software/data is to be done at a single point only. This brings more efficiency and effectiveness into working system.

redundancy:- A network reduces the need for hard copies of all documents. By sharing files over the network, the need to share paper copies of reports or any other information can be eliminated or greatly reduced.

Quickest Document Delivery:- Internet provides a facility to instantly deliver soft copies from one computer to other computer throughout the world.

Posted by:- Chairman and founder Omji