Computer Networks – Study Notes
1. Introduction to Computer Networks
- A computer network is a set of devices connected to share resources.
2. Types of Networks
- LAN (Local Area Network), MAN (Metropolitan Area Network), WAN (Wide Area Network), PAN
(Personal Area Network)
3. Network Topologies
- Star, Bus, Ring, Mesh, Hybrid
4. OSI Model (7 Layers)
- Physical, Data Link, Network, Transport, Session, Presentation, Application
5. TCP/IP Model (4 Layers)
- Link, Internet, Transport, Application
6. IP Addressing
- IPv4, IPv6, Subnetting, Classes of IP addresses
7. Protocols
- HTTP/HTTPS, FTP, SMTP, POP3, IMAP, DNS, DHCP
8. Network Devices
- Router, Switch, Hub, Gateway, Firewall, Modem
9. Security in Networks
- Encryption, VPN, Firewalls, IDS/IPS
10. Wireless Networks
- WiFi, Bluetooth, Cellular networks (3G/4G/5G)
Computer Networks – Study Notes
1. Introduction to Computer Networks
- A computer network is a set of devices connected to share resources.
2. Types of Networks
- LAN (Local Area Network), MAN (Metropolitan Area Network), WAN (Wide Area Network), PAN
(Personal Area Network)
3. Network Topologies
- Star, Bus, Ring, Mesh, Hybrid
4. OSI Model (7 Layers)
- Physical, Data Link, Network, Transport, Session, Presentation, Application
5. TCP/IP Model (4 Layers)
- Link, Internet, Transport, Application
6. IP Addressing
- IPv4, IPv6, Subnetting, Classes of IP addresses
7. Protocols
- HTTP/HTTPS, FTP, SMTP, POP3, IMAP, DNS, DHCP
8. Network Devices
- Router, Switch, Hub, Gateway, Firewall, Modem
9. Security in Networks
- Encryption, VPN, Firewalls, IDS/IPS
10. Wireless Networks
- WiFi, Bluetooth, Cellular networks (3G/4G/5G)
