Nt1310 Unit 1

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Task 1
Explain how computer networks work
A network is a collection of computers, servers, mainframes, network devices, peripherals or any other devices connected to one another that allow you to share data amongst each other. An example could be internet- which connects millions of people all over the world. One of the first Computer networks to use were packet switching, ARPANET it was devolved in the mid 60’s and was considered to be the direct predecessor of the modern internet.

I will be showing you how networks communicate with each other.

LAN- this stands for local area network; most people have these within their homes, schools, and work offices. They are used in this type of places because they interconnect a computer and other devices with a limited are within 100m. Ln is very good for the dispense of computer peripherals such as printers, and hard drives which can be shared, this will reduce the cost of the purchase. The initial set up costs for the installation of LAN is very high. In summary, this only covers a small area from an office to a group of close buildings. Each computer or device is attached to a LAN. It also allows your files to be backed up easily. However, in order to make the LAN work, it needs to be on always when you are
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In summary a router is a device that forwards data packets to networks, a router is connected to at least 2 networks, either 2 LANS OR WANs/ a router is normally located at gateways. A ROUTER USES HEADER AND DORWARING TABLES TO determine the best path for forwarding packets, they use protocols such as ICMP to communicate with each other and can configure the best route to reach to its destination between two