Riverbed Technology, the application performance company, has released the results of a survey that showed that organisations are facing multiple challenges when managing IT at the edge – at remote and branch offices.
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.
Riverbed survey finds that companies are struggling to support remote and branch office IT
Jun 22, 2016
SMBs outpace larger organisations in virtual working, on-demand tools and freelancing
Jun 22, 2016
Close to two thirds (60%) of knowledge workers* in small and medium businesses (SMBs) in the US, UK and Germany now use on-demand tools - technology that is internet or cloud-based - in their professional roles.
How prepared are you for the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)?
Jun 22, 2016
By Paul Evans, Managing Director, Redstor.
The European Commission first proposed changes to the EU Data Protection law in early 2012. Following years of debate the proposal has now been finalised with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) coming into force in May 2018.
Inability for business to source digital talent costing UK economy £63bn a year
Jun 15, 2016
Businesses are struggling to cope with the growing skills shortage, with up to two-thirds reporting struggles to fill at least one digital skills vacancy over the past 12 months.
Industry 4.0 impact on manufacturing
Jun 15, 2016
The Industry 4.0 revolution is blurring the line between the physical and virtual worlds, forcing manufacturers to accelerate their digital modernisation journeys.
SalesAgility launches open source SuiteCRM app with Univention and Digitec
Jun 09, 2016
SalesAgility has entered into a collaboration with Univention to launch SuiteCRM, the open source Customer Relationship Management application in the Univention App Center.
Software packaging and virtualisation generation 4.0
Jun 08, 2016
Raynet, provider of software packaging and products in the area of Application Lifecycle Management, has introduced its new all-in-one solution: The Packaging Suite 4.0.
Arcserve debuts new trends in server virtualisation
Jun 08, 2016
Arcserve, LLC, provider of unified data protection for cloud, virtual and physical environments, has announced its newest trends in server virtualisation.
Sinclair Voicenet awarded nationwide contract by Ageas Retail
Jun 01, 2016
Ageas Retail Ltd has awarded Sinclair Voicenet a major contract for the maintenance and support of all NICE solutions across its Glasgow, Stoke and Bournemouth sites. They include recording, quality management, advanced real-time and workforce management applications.
Columbus recognised as winner for 2016 Microsoft Global ERP Partner of the Year
Jun 01, 2016
International consultancy Columbus has announced it has won the 2016 Microsoft Global ERP Partner of the Year Award.
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.
