Cranfield University, has awarded Xchanging, the business process and technology services provider and integrator, a five year contract for network supply and support services.
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.
LinuxIT scores ISO hat trick
Apr 21, 2012
LinuxIT, the independent Open Source specialist, has been awarded three ISO accreditations ISO 9001:2008, ISO/IEC 27001:2005 and BS ISO/IEC 20000:2011.
Financial services firms highlight security advantages of Asigra Cloud Backup to protect sensitive data
Apr 21, 2012
Asigra Inc., the cloud backup software provider, has announced that financial services firms globally are selecting Asigra Cloud Backup to enhance the security, compliance and simplicity of their data protection efforts.
Third of NHS Primary Care Trusts now on SkyDox
Apr 21, 2012
SkyDox, provider of cloud-enabled file sharing, file synchronisation, file storage, and collaboration tools, has announced that the NHS Institute for Innovation and Improvement has deployed its platform across the NHS in England.
Rackspace launches next-generation cloud powered by OpenStack
Apr 19, 2012
Rackspace has launched new cloud capabilities featuring the world's first large-scale, production ready next generation cloud, powered by OpenStack and backed by Fanatical Support.
Isobar Mobile and Indigo develop new mobile platform
Apr 19, 2012
Isobar Mobile and Indigo have co-developed a mobile technology platform, Chorus, that connects mobile devices to play fully synchronised audiovisual content.
D-Link and Computer 2000 form new partnership to drive further business
Apr 19, 2012
D-Link and Computer 2000 have announced the formation of a new partnership that will make D-Link's consumer and business networking available to a whole raft of new resellers and drive continued growth for both companies and their reseller partners.
Westcoast unveils HP's first Channel Workstation Configurator
Apr 12, 2012
Westcoast has launched a Workstation configuration tool for HP, to help resellers streamline and simplify the complex process of configuring a Workstation.
Monster partners with Westcoast
Mar 22, 2012
Monster, the manufacturer of high performance cables and power conditioning products, has partnered with IT distributor Westcoast.
Centrix Software announces WorkSpace Universal 5.3, delivering new solutions for SaaS governance and private cloud application delivery
Mar 08, 2012
Centrix Software has announced a new release of Centrix WorkSpace Universal, a workspace delivery platform that provides unified access to applications, desktops and content from any device and any location.
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.
