Network Front-end
Network Front-end: The part of a network that interfaces directly with the user or client. It is responsible for accepting user input and forwarding requests to the back-end. Key components of a network front-end include web servers, load balancers, and firewalls, which ensure efficient and secure user interaction with network services.
Network hardware
Network hardware: The physical devices that make up a network, including routers, switches, hubs, and other devices that enable data transfer and communication between devices on the network. Network hardware is used to create a network infrastructure and support the functions of the network. Examples include routers, switches, hubs, and access points.
Link-state routing protocol
Link-state routing protocol: A type of networking protocol that uses a link-state database to maintain information about the network topology and routes between nodes. It is used in computer networks to enable efficient routing of data between nodes. Examples include OSPF and IS-IS.
Load Balancer
Load Balancer: A network device that distributes incoming network traffic across multiple servers or network resources to improve performance and availability. It is used in large-scale networks to distribute workloads evenly and to prevent a single server from becoming overwhelmed. Examples include load balancers in cloud computing environments and web applications.
Local Area Network (LAN)
Local Area Network (LAN): A computer network that connects devices in a small geographic area, such as a home, office, or building. It is used to provide communication and sharing of resources among devices within the network. Examples include home networks and office networks.
Logical Addresses
Logical Addresses: Logical addresses refer to the network addresses assigned to devices for communication within a network and are not permanently tied to the hardware. Unlike physical addresses (MAC addresses), logical addresses (such as IP addresses) can change based on network topology and are used by the network layer to route data to the correct […]