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Computer network

A computer network is a system for communication among two or more computers. These networks may be fixed (cabled, permanent) or temporary (as via modems or null modems).

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Categorizing

By functional relationship

By network topology

By specialized function

Protocol stacks

Computer networks may be implemented using a variety of protocol stack architectures, computer buses or combinations of media and protocol layers, incorporating one or more of:

For a list of more see Network protocols

For standards see IEEE 802.

Suggested topics

Further reading for acquiring an in-depth understanding of computer networks include:

Layers

OSI model TCP/IP model
  • Application layer
  • Transport layer
  • Network layer
  • Data link layer
  • Physical layer

Data transmission

Wired transmission

Wireless transmission

Other

See also

References

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