Network Technology, Intranet, Extranet, LAN, WAN, VPN Connectivity

Network technology is a family of technologies used to send and receive data across a computer network. It enables data transmission between two or more computers, allowing them to communicate with each other over the Internet or other networks. Network technology includes a wide range of components, such as Network hardware, Network software and Network security. IT Reseller news and articles covering Network Technology, Intranet, Extranet, Local Area Networks (LAN), Wide Area Networks (WAN), Virtual Private Networks (VPN) & Connectivity.

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Preparing for an ever-evolving digital ecosystem

1 Preparing for an ever-evolving digital ecosystem

Advances in technology over the last decade has paved the way for digital evolution, with many organisations putting digital at the core of operations.

Go Instore, HP and Currys PC World join forces to drive growth in online revenue for HP products

2 Go Instore, HP and Currys PC World join forces to drive growth in online revenue for HP products

Go Instore, provider of immersive omnichannel retail experiences for personalised ecommerce, has announced the success HP inc has had in providing human-led digital user experiences for their retail partners’ online customers.

Keeping ahead of the development curve – ERP Special Technology Report

3 Keeping ahead of the development curve – ERP Special Technology Report

Manufacturing & Logistics IT spoke to a number of experts from the vendor and analyst communities about current trends and areas of development within the world of ERP – including those concerning integration, digital optimisation and the Cloud.

Participants include Panorama Consulting, Frost & Sullivan, Aberdeen Group, Gartner, Epicor, QAD.

Ardagh Group selects Vectra AI to accelerate threat detection and investigation

4 Ardagh Group selects Vectra AI to accelerate threat detection and investigation

Vectra, the network detection and response solutions provider, has announced that Ardagh Group selected the Cognito network detection and response platform from Vectra to expose attackers hidden inside its network and perform conclusive incident investigations.

Plantronics rebrands as Poly after merger with Polycom and focuses on innovation

5 Plantronics rebrands as Poly after merger with Polycom and focuses on innovation

Plantronics, Inc. has announced that the company will transform into Poly, a technology company focused on the human experience of communications and collaboration, aiming to make communication as rich and natural as in-person.

GigaSpaces announces InsightEdge data lake accelerator, AnalyticsXtreme, for faster, smarter real-time analytics

6 GigaSpaces announces InsightEdge data lake accelerator, AnalyticsXtreme, for faster, smarter real-time analytics

GigaSpaces, the provider of InsightEdge, the in-memory real-time analytics platform for instant insights to action, announced AnalyticsXtreme, accelerating access to data lakes and data warehouses by up to 100X and simplifying development and deployment of applications for faster time to market on-premise and in the cloud.

Coventry named best UK city for overall mobile network performance - RootMetrics report

7 Coventry named best UK city for overall mobile network performance - RootMetrics report

The latest scientific study from RootMetrics by IHS Markit ranks Coventry as the top-performing UK city for overall mobile performance in the second half of 2018.

Schneider Electric extends Galaxy UPS Series with the Galaxy VS for critical infrastructure and edge applications

8 Schneider Electric extends Galaxy UPS Series with the Galaxy VS for critical infrastructure and edge applications

Schneider Electric, the digital transformation of energy management and automation solutions provider, has introduced the Galaxy VS, a modular, easy-to-deploy, 10-100 kW, three-phase Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) designed to meet the critical power requirements of IT, commercial, and industrial facilities.

Celebrating 30 years of the World Wide Web

9 Celebrating 30 years of the World Wide Web

The invention of the World Wide Web marked its 30th anniversary on 12 March 2019, with Sir Tim Berners-Lee, its creator, and leading figures in Britain’s technology sector coming together to celebrate at Downing Street.

Cyient selected by UK Power Networks to develop an outage planning portal

10 Cyient selected by UK Power Networks to develop an outage planning portal

Cyient, a global provider of engineering, manufacturing, geospatial, networks, digital, and operations management solutions to global industry leaders, will execute a project for UK Power Networks, the UK’s largest electricity distribution network operator.

Network Technology

Network technology is a broad term that covers any technology that enables two or more devices to connect and communicate with each other. These technologies can be as complex as the Internet itself or as simple as a dial-up connection between two PCs. There are many different types of network technologies, each with its own purpose and benefits. Some of the most common types of network technologies include:

  • Personal area network (PAN): A PAN is a small network that connects devices within close proximity to each other, such as a computer, a smartphone, and a printer. PANs are typically used for sharing files, printers, and other resources.
  • Local area network (LAN): A LAN is a network that connects devices within a single building or campus. LANs are typically used for sharing files, printers, and other resources, as well as for connecting to the internet.
  • Metropolitan area network (MAN): A MAN is a network that connects LANs within a city or metropolitan area. MANs are typically used for providing high-speed internet access, as well as for connecting businesses and other organizations.
  • Wide area network (WAN): A WAN is a network that connects LANs and MANs over a large geographic area. WANs are typically used for connecting businesses and other organizations that are located in different cities or countries.
  • Content delivery network (CDN): A CDN is a network of servers that is used to deliver content, such as web pages, images, and videos, to users. CDNs are typically used to improve the performance and availability of content.
  • Virtual private network (VPN): A VPN is a secure network that is created over a public network, such as the internet. VPNs are typically used to connect to a corporate network from a remote location, or to access the internet securely.

Some examples of network technology include:

  • Ethernet
  • Wi-Fi
  • Bluetooth
  • TCP/IP
  • IP addressing
  • Routing
  • Switching
  • Firewalls
  • Intrusion detection systems

Network technology is used in a wide variety of applications, including:

  • The Internet
  • Intranets
  • Extranets
  • Local area networks (LANs)
  • Metropolitan area networks (MANs)
  • Wide area networks (WANs)
  • Cloud computing
  • Video conferencing
  • VoIP telephony
  • File sharing
  • Gaming

Network technology is a constantly evolving field, as new technologies are developed and old ones are improved. This makes it a challenging and exciting field to work in, as there is always something new to learn.

Here are some of the benefits of network technology:

  • Increased productivity: Network technology can help businesses to increase productivity by allowing employees to collaborate more effectively and share files more easily.
  • Improved communication: Network technology can help to improve communication within businesses and between businesses and their customers.
  • Reduced costs: Network technology can help to reduce costs by allowing businesses to centralize their IT infrastructure and by making it easier to manage and secure their networks.

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