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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.
Virtual technology approach reduces IT costs
Dec 17, 2008
Amid the current financial uncertainty and looming economic slowdown, companies across the UK have no choice but to consider smarter ways to operate
Eurotech industrial GSM/GPRS/3G wireless router launched
Dec 17, 2008
Targeted for telemetry, Internet Access and Mobile Computing applications
54% of large enterprises in Europe spend more on wireless infrastructure than wired
Dec 11, 2008
The Enterprise Mobility business of Motorola, Inc. has released European research showing that wireless infrastructure spending has overtaken wired in the majority of large enterprises
Brand-Rex delivers data centre efficiencies for Morrisons with ultra-high performance augmented category 6/CLASS EA cabling solution
Dec 09, 2008
Providing the central hub of Morrisons' IT infrastructure, the data centre delivers business-critical communications services to the company's 375+ stores, warehouses and distribution points
Fortis Guernsey selects VirtualizeIT for major server virtualisation and consolidation overhaul
Dec 01, 2008
Fortis Guernsey has over 80 servers that support the core systems for the organisation
BlueStar to distribute Motorola in Latin America
Nov 28, 2008
BlueStar has announced a recent agreement with Motorola to market its entire product line-up throughout Latin America
Allied Telesis brings back Trip of a Lifetime
Nov 28, 2008
Reseller promotion sees sales of SwitchBlade x908 increase by 28%
Application virtualisation is fastest growing segment
Nov 25, 2008
4% of medium-sized enterprises have adopted this or plan to do so
Allied Telesis reduces wattage and goes green
Nov 24, 2008
Allied Telesis goes green with its new ecologically engineered range of products which have been designed to operate with the lowest possible power consumption
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.
