Types of networks

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Networks[1]

There are different types of networks. Common types of networks are: WAN, LAN. There are other types of networks as well: SAN,

[[file:640px-LAN WAN scheme.svg.png|frame|A visual representation of a LAN and a WAN.[2]

Do you understand this topic?[edit]

You should be able to:

  1. Describe how communication over networks is broken down into different layers.
  2. List the stages in the OSI model

Do you have an advanced understanding about this topic?[edit]

If you want an advanced understanding of this topic, try answering the questions below:

  1. Explain the process of encapsulation and de-enacapsulation
  2. We use the OSI model to help us understand where to look for problems. Describe what tools you would use to diagnose which levels of the OSI model.

References[edit]

  1. ↑ http://www.flaticon.com/
  2. ↑ By Gateway_firewall.svg: Harald Mühlböckderivative work: Ggia (talk) - Gateway_firewall.svg, CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=15177011

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