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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TDG Logistics secures password management with Imprivata OneSign

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Single sign-on delivers cost savings of up to 8,000 per month

Datalogic mobile computers for ticket verification

2 Datalogic mobile computers for ticket verification

Actor - Biljett/Kassa & Kontrollsystem i Sverige AB offers a ticketing and box office system for event organizers, using the Datalogic Memor and Datalogic Skorpio

Chi-X Europe selects Equinix as its primary and secondary provider

3 Chi-X Europe selects Equinix as its primary and secondary provider

Equinixs new London datacentre to provide secure and scalable platform to support Chi-X Europes continued growth as the first live, pan-European equity Multilateral Trading Facility

Ingram Micro expands availability of VMware solutions to the Nordics

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Technology distributor Ingram Micro EMEA has signed a distribution agreement with VMware to supply VMware virtualisation solutions to the IT reseller channel in the Nordics

Cisco recognises Westcon Group with Global Distributor of the Year and Multi-Theatre Partner of the Year awards

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Westcon Group, Inc. has been presented with two prestigious awards at this year's Cisco Partner Summit, held in Hawaii

ArcSight EnterpriseView Partner Programme delivers next generation of business risk monitoring solutions

6 ArcSight EnterpriseView Partner Programme delivers next generation of business risk monitoring solutions

According to the company, customers want to move beyond traditional security monitoring and get more information about who is on the network, what information they are seeing, and which actions they are taking with that information

Brainboxes achieves 'green' credentials

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Brainboxes, a leader in serial and Bluetooth connectivity, has received accreditation to the ISO14001 environmental standard

Mobile terminals from DLoG provide assured performance at the heart of TNT's parcel operations

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Controlling the movements of trailers that arrive from all over the country, unloading them and then reloading them with the correct packages is at the heart of the company's operations

Arrow Imaging selects Kodak scanners

9 Arrow Imaging selects Kodak scanners

Arrow Imaging meets customer demand and adds capacity for future growth using Kodaks i1860 production scanners

Motorola expands Canopy Portfolio with new 400 Series

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OFDM-based Access Points and Subscriber Modules provide high performance, scalability, and ease-of-use to extend coverage and expand services

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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