Communication Networks

The joining of a number of computing systems and other devices is termed as networking. Local Area Networking (LAN) is a special case of networking in which all the items creating the network are located close to one another, compared to the general term where the computing system can be located anywhere. There are mainly three kinds of network layouts or topologies that are generally used. The variations are mainly in the ways of switching, the speed of transmission and the types of cabling used.

Types of Communication Networks

• Star Network Topology
• Bus Network
• Ring Network