Networking

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Network Topologies: The arrangement of the network that connects all devices, including bus, star, mesh, ring, and hybrid.
Network Protocols: The set of rules and standards that dictate how data is transmitted between network devices, including TCP/IP, FTP, SMTP, HTTP, etc.
Network Hardware: The physical components that make up a network, including routers, switches, servers, hubs, and cables.
Network Architecture: The design and structure of a network, including local area networks (LANs), wide area networks (WANs), and wireless networks.
Network Security: The protection of network systems and data from unauthorized access, theft or damage, including firewalls, intrusion detection and prevention systems, and security policies and procedures.
IP addressing and subnetting: The process of allocating unique IP addresses to network devices and dividing large networks into smaller sub-networks.
Network troubleshooting: The process of identifying and resolving network issues and problems, including connectivity issues, reliability, performance, and security.
Network administration: The management and maintenance of network systems, including network monitoring, configuration, backup, and recovery.
Network virtualization: The creation of virtualized network devices and services using software-defined networking (SDN) and network function virtualization (NFV) technologies.
Cloud networking: The use of cloud-based networking technologies and services to provide scalable, on-demand network resources, including cloud-based storage, computing, and application delivery.
Social Networking: Using social media platforms to connect with friends and family, and expand your personal and professional networks.
Professional Networking: Building professional connections with individuals in your industry, attending industry events, and joining networking groups.
Business Networking: Building connections with individuals in the business community to expand your business and increase your sales.
Academic Networking: Building relationships with peers, professors, and alumni to increase your chances of academic success and career opportunities.
Community Networking: Connecting with individuals and organizations within your community to build relationships, gain support, and create social change.
Internetworking: Creating networks between multiple computer networks or devices to enable communication and data sharing.
Virtual Networking: Building and strengthening connections through online platforms such as LinkedIn and online forums.
Peer-to-peer Networking: Sharing resources and information between individuals in a decentralized network structure.
Cloud Networking: Building networks within cloud computing systems to enable communication and data sharing.
Wireless Networking: Creating networks through wireless communication technologies such as Wi-Fi and Bluetooth.