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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70% of organisations lack the capability to track carbon emissions in their supply chain, according to data from visibility platform Beacon

1 70% of organisations lack the capability to track carbon emissions in their supply chain, according to data from visibility platform Beacon

Beacon, the supply chain visibility and collaboration platform, has released its 2024 Supply Chain Visibility Capabilities Report examining the progress organisations are making on improving supply chain visibility.

BlackBerry collaborates with AMD to advance foundational precision and control for robotics industry

2 BlackBerry collaborates with AMD to advance foundational precision and control for robotics industry

At Embedded Worldy, BlackBerry Limited announced a collaboration with AMD designed to develop the next-generation robotic systems by enabling new levels of low latency and jitter and repeatable determinism.

Intelligent Automation Conference: A new addition to TechEx event series

3 Intelligent Automation Conference: A new addition to TechEx event series

The upcoming co-located TechEx event series, featuring the Intelligent Automation Conference, is scheduled to take place on June 5-6, 2024, in Santa Clara, California. Hosted in the heart of Silicon Valley, the event provides a conducive environment for meaningful engagement and collaboration.

CitizenLab introduces AI Assistant to improve community engagement

4 CitizenLab introduces AI Assistant to improve community engagement

In a leap forward for local governance, CitizenLab has launched its AI-powered Sensemaking module on February 22.

AiP market dynamics: Drivers and challenges in 5G and 6G

5 AiP market dynamics: Drivers and challenges in 5G and 6G

By Dr Yu-Han Chang, Senior Technology Analyst at IDTechEx.

Antenna-in-package (AiP) technology is essential for high-frequency telecommunications, as it enables the integration of antennas with RF components directly into semiconductor packages, unlike traditional discrete antennas.

New State of Smart Manufacturing Study shows UK leading the AI and machine learning charge for enhanced productivity

6 New State of Smart Manufacturing Study shows UK leading the AI and machine learning charge for enhanced productivity

Rockwell Automation, Inc has announced the results of the 9th annual ‘State of Smart Manufacturing Report’, offering valuable insights into trends, challenges, and plans for global manufacturers. The study surveyed more than 1,500 respondents from 17 countries, including the United Kingdom (UK), France, Germany, Italy and Spain.

Henkel expands partnership with Adobe to deliver personalisation at scale through Firefly Generative AI

7 Henkel expands partnership with Adobe to deliver personalisation at scale through Firefly Generative AI

Adobe has expanded its partnership with German multinational company Henkel.Henkel will use Adobe Firefly and Adobe Experience Cloud to advance its content supply chain with the power of generative AI, delivering personalisation at scale across its global brand portfolio.

LineView Solutions unlocks £5.4M in capacity increase for Britvic PLC

8 LineView Solutions unlocks £5.4M in capacity increase for Britvic PLC

LineView Solutions, provider of manufacturing optimisation solutions, has unlocked £5.4M in capacity increase at Britvic’s factory in Rugby, UK through Line Balancing Optimisation (LBO). LineView worked with the leading British beverage manufacturer to execute a comprehensive LBO training project over a two-week period.

AI discussions across industries continue to rise as companies explore investments to harness potential, finds GlobalData

9 AI discussions across industries continue to rise as companies explore investments to harness potential, finds GlobalData

As artificial intelligence (AI) continues its ascent across industries, companies are increasingly exploring investments to harness its transformative potential.

Schneider Electric collaborates with NVIDIA on designs for AI data centres

10 Schneider Electric collaborates with NVIDIA on designs for AI data centres

Schneider Electric has announced a collaboration with NVIDIA to optimise data centre infrastructure and pave the way for advancements in edge artificial intelligence (AI) and digital twin technologies.

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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