Basics of Computer Networking
Basics of Computer Networking Open system: A system which is connected to the network and is ready for communication. Closed system: A system which is not connected to the network and can’t be communicated with. Computer Network: An interconnection of multiple devices, also known as hosts, that are connected using multiple paths for the purpose of sending/receiving data or media. Computer networks can also include multiple devices/mediums which help in the communication between two different devices; these are known as Network devices and include things such as routers, switches, hubs, and bridges. Network Topology: The layout arrangement of the different devices in a network. Common examples include: Bus, Star, Mesh, Ring, and Daisy chain. OSI: OSI stands for Open Systems Interconnection . It is a reference model that specifies standards for communications protocols and also the functionaliti...