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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StayLinked SmartTE increases productivity with true session persistence for PD Ports

1 StayLinked SmartTE increases productivity with true session persistence for PD Ports

One of the UK’s major port groups, PD Ports, headquartered in Middlesbrough with operations in 12 locations across the country, was suffering from dropped sessions, the number one productivity killer in warehouse environments, at its remote Groveport site near Scunthorpe.

Spin.AI brings powerful all-in-one SaaS security platform to AWS marketplace

2 Spin.AI brings powerful all-in-one SaaS security platform to AWS marketplace

Spin.AI, the SaaS security company dedicated to safeguarding enterprises against digital risks, has launched SpinOne, the company’s all-in-one Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) Security platform, in AWS Marketplace.

From raw data to riches: unlocking value in manufacturing

3 From raw data to riches: unlocking value in manufacturing

By Cindy Maike, Vice President of Business and Product Solutions at Cloudera.

Ongoing margin pressures, shifting trade patterns and supply chain uncertainty mean that manufacturers are always looking to make their operations more efficient. Data and analytics are increasingly a catalyst driving change.

Schneider Electric accelerates IT channel decarbonization with Zeigo Activate

4 Schneider Electric accelerates IT channel decarbonization with Zeigo Activate

Schneider Electric has introduced Zeigo Activate – a new subscription-based software as a service (SaaS) solution for Channel Partners, designed to help them accelerate climate action.

Partners can utilise Zeigo Activate to calculate, measure and analyze carbon emissions, then set accurate, achievable decarbonisation goals and build a tailored strategy to improve sustainability.

ScreenCloud announces Microsoft Azure integration, transforming workplace digital signage

5 ScreenCloud announces Microsoft Azure integration, transforming workplace digital signage

ScreenCloud, the digital signage company, has announced it is integrating Microsoft Azure to its workplace productivity solution. The integration is designed to improve employee engagement and elevate workplace productivity through seamless integration with Microsoft productivity applications. The new solution is available through the Microsoft Azure Marketplace which reduces billing overhead on finance and procurement teams.

Schneider Electric continues to demonstrate sustainable commitment in the data centre industry with Updated Metrics Reporting Framework

6 Schneider Electric continues to demonstrate sustainable commitment in the data centre industry with Updated Metrics Reporting Framework

Spurred by the rising information processing demands of AI and machine learning, the data centre industry is tasked with undergoing rapid growth to support these new technology advancements, while reducing its environmental impact to net-zero to meet global climate pledges. In response, Schneider Electric has revealed a revised, standardised environmental metrics-reporting framework with business-critical updates to help companies navigate this challenge.

Alibaba Cloud launches sustainability web application

7 Alibaba Cloud launches sustainability web application

In an effort to promote the sustainability and inclusiveness of the Asian Games and the Asian Para Games in Hangzhou, Alibaba Cloud, the digital technology and intelligence backbone of Alibaba Group, has launched a sustainability web application for athletes, journalists and staff members inside the three Asian Games villages to drive low-carbon behaviour, as well as a virtual sign language interpreter to ensure individuals with hearing impairments can better participate in the Games.

DP World implements solution to ease congestion in Türkiye’s automotive supply chain

8 DP World implements solution to ease congestion in Türkiye’s automotive supply chain

Thousands of cars are now entering Türkiye after DP World Yarımca introduced a ‘cars in containers’ shipping solution that has helped solve an automotive supply chain crisis in the region. Congestion at Turkish ports has resulted in significant delays in delivering new vehicles against a backdrop of skyrocketing demand in the burgeoning automotive market.

Volumatic seeks to make cash handling simpler for businesses as cash payments rise across the UK

9 Volumatic seeks to make cash handling simpler for businesses as cash payments rise across the UK

New data recently released from financial industry champions UK Finance has revealed that cash payments across the UK rose for the first time in a decade during 2022, with approximately one million people using it for the majority of their transactions.

Revealed: the top reasons tech professionals quit

10 Revealed: the top reasons tech professionals quit

In the context of a widening digital skills gap, understanding what motivates tech professionals already in the sector, and why they would choose to quit their job is a critical subject for businesses to face. Addressing the skills gap has to be a two-fold initiative: the tech sector needs more new talent, but it also has to hold onto those already present and offer them sustainable career trajectories to avoid net-neutral outcomes.

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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