Networking Tools and Equipment

by Unknown 13:47 0 comments Intro to Networking

To build a computer network you will need a range of physical equipment including the following pieces of network hardware:

• Cables and connectors. These link together the computers, printers, servers and other equipment on your network.

• A router or switch. This manages network traffic, ensuring devices can communicate with each other.

• A wireless access point. This allows people to connect to the network wirelessly.

• An internet connection. This could be a simple broadband connection over a telephone line or a faster fibre connection.

• A hardware firewall. This creates a secure barrier between your network and the internet, blocking security threats.Networks also often include a network server which runs central applications, acts as an IT hub and provides file storage.