Networking is the practice of linking two or more computing devices together for the purpose of sharing data. Networks are built with a mix of computer hardware and computer software.

A network, is a collection of computers and other hardware components interconnected by communication channels that allow sharing of resources and information.

The following topics are included -

• What is Networking
• Advantages and Disadvantages
• Network Characteristics
• Network Models Peer to Peer and Client and Server
• Network Types LAN WAN MAN PAN
• Network Topologies Bus Star Ring
• Internet connection DSL Cable Serial Link
• Network Media