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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.
Salvation Army builds global IT help desk solution with HelpDeskPro built on IBM Lotus Notes and Domino
Mar 17, 2011
Trusteer and WorkLight partner to deliver integrated security for mobile applications
Mar 10, 2011
Trusteer and WorkLight has announced a partnership to provide enterprises with enhanced security of mobile applications developed, run and managed using the WorkLight Mobile Platform.
NextiraOne puts data centre at the heart of its business strategy
Mar 02, 2011
NextiraOne comments that it is set to corner a significant share of the growing data centre market with new initiatives and partnerships designed to underpin and expand the company's capabilities in this key strategic area.
Fortinet named 'No. 1 for Worldwide unified threat management revenue' by market research firm
Feb 23, 2011
Fortinet has announced that new IDC research data confirms that the company continues its streak of being the No. 1 vendor in worldwide UTM factory revenue for Q3 2010.
HID Global helps healthcare firm pave way for more secure contactless technology
Feb 23, 2011
HID Global has enabled the Albert Einstein Healthcare Network (AEHN) to simplify the re-badging of more than 7,000 personnel following the firm's spin-off and corporate re-branding, while also migrating to higher-security 13.56 MHz contactless technologies.
Manufacturing firm John Guest takes on NetEvidence's Highlight to deliver value from new computer network investment
Feb 17, 2011
NetEvidence's Highlight network and applications monitoring solution has been selected by manufacturing firm John Guest to deliver maximum value from its investment in a new computing network.
VAR Dynamics unveils plugin registration tool for multi-tenant hosted Microsoft Dynamics CRM
Jan 12, 2011
VAR Dynamics (VDI), provider of private-label SaaS to the IT channel, hasannounced the release of a powerful new web-based plugin registration toolfor Cloud-enabled Microsoft Dynamics CRM 4.0.
Gordon & MacPhail selects BCP's Accord Voice WMS
Nov 16, 2010
Whisky specialist and wine and spirit merchant, Gordon & MacPhail has invested in the Accord Voice WMS system from BCP to cover its warehouse operation from door-to-door at its headquarters in Elgin, Scotland.
Eurotech extends COM Express product line with new modules based on Freescale QorIQ processors
Nov 11, 2010
Eurotech, supplier of embedded technologies, products, and systems, has launched several COM Express modules to extend the product line of standards-based embedded computers.
Forrester Total Economic Impact Report highlights value of codeless IT service management
Nov 11, 2010
EasyVista Inc. has announced a report from Forrester Research that analyses the Total Economic Impact (TEI) benefits one customer received after replacing its cumbersome legacy IT Service Management (ITSM) solution with EasyVista.
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.
