BASIC COMPUTER CONCEPTS
COMPUTER SYSTEM TYPES
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Resource Sharing
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Networking
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Product sharing
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Hardware Sharing
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Detailed explanation-1: -LAN (local area network): A LAN connects computers over a relatively short distance, allowing them to share data, files, and resources. For example, a LAN may connect all the computers in an office building, school, or hospital.
Detailed explanation-2: -When two or more computers are connected together so they can communicate with one another, they form a network.
Detailed explanation-3: -Hub. Hubs connect multiple computer networking devices together. A hub also acts as a repeater in that it amplifies signals that deteriorate after traveling long distances over connecting cables.
Detailed explanation-4: -A network consists of two or more computers that are linked in order to share resources (such as printers and CDs), exchange files, or allow electronic communications. The computers on a network may be linked through cables, telephone lines, radio waves, satellites, or infrared light beams.
Detailed explanation-5: -Ethernet is a standard protocol that allows any number of computers to communicate with one another. These machines need to be connected to one another through Ethernet cable, or “Category 5” wiring.