New data from Juniper Research has revealed that the total number of connected IoT (Internet of Things) sensors and devices is set to exceed 50 billion by 2022, up from an estimated 21 billion in 2018.
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.
IoT connections to grow 140% to hit 50 billion By 2022, as edge computing accelerates ROI
Jun 20, 2018
On-demand warehousing could help retailers score big this summer
Jun 20, 2018
By Charlie Pool, CEO, Stowga.
The World Cup is up and running. With nations of the world going head to head, retailers will be facing a different competition of their own: their supply chains being able to cope with increased customer demand.
UK Managed Services & Hosting Summit 2018 announced
Jun 20, 2018
IT Europa and Angel Business Communications will jointly be staging the eighth annual UK Managed Services & Hosting Summit-UK on 19 September 2018.
Agilitas and IBM sign strategic global channel services collaboration
Jun 20, 2018
Channel services provider, Agilitas IT Solutions, has signed a multi-year agreement with IBM that will provide reseller, MSP and systems integrator customers with access to global multi-vendor channel services, helping to improve operational efficiencies across its customers' IT infrastructure.
Amplience and RichRelevance announce Open eXperience Cloud for brands and retailers
Jun 20, 2018
Amplience and RichRelevance, the provider of Experience Personalisation, have launched a joint solution called the Open eXperience Cloud (OXC) that gives brands the power to deliver richly personalised 1:1 shopping experiences.
Go!Foton at ANGA COM: 'Taking short-cuts with your network infrastructure will only come back to haunt you'
Jun 13, 2018
The concept of achieving a complete, high-density fiber management infrastructure may seem like a daunting task for many operators, however Michael Zammit, VP and GM of Go!Foton Corporation believes that it is imperative to start off on the right foot and future-proof your network now, to avoid headache and heartache in the future.
Magento improves leader position in Gartner 2018 Magic Quadrant for digital commerce compared with previous year
Jun 13, 2018
Magento has been named a Leader in the 2018 Magic Quadrant for Digital Commerce. According to Gartner, Leaders execute well against their current vision and are well positioned for tomorrow.
Customer connection missing as manufacturers yet to produce rewards from Industry 4.0
Jun 06, 2018
Manufacturers are yet to use Industry 4.0 operating principles such as interoperability, transparency and decentralization to get closer to customers, suppliers and distributors, according to a new Oracle study.
Canonical’s Managed OpenStack Cloud adds data protection and recovery service with Trilio
Jun 06, 2018
Canonical and Trilio has announced a partnership agreement to deliver TrilioVault backup and recovery solutions as part of BootStack, Canonical's fully managed OpenStack private cloud solution.
Managed Service Providers (MSPs) extend services to meet evolving customer demand
May 31, 2018
Managed services providers must extend portfolios to provide more services, while narrowing their vertical market focus to add further value. This was the main message from the successful European Managed Services and Hosting Summit 2018 held in Amsterdam on 29 May.
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.
