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Computer Network. Computer and Network Examples

A Computer Network is a telecommunication network containing the set of nodes (computer network devices, such as computers, phones, servers) and allows them exchange the data using the network links. There are many kinds of computer networks. The primary difference is their size, according to the scale they can be classified as: Local area network (LAN), Metropolitan area network (MAN), Global Area Network (GAN), Wide area network (WAN), Storage area network (SAN), Campus area network (CAN), Personal area network (PAN). Computer networks also differ by connection method according to the used hardware technology (Ethernet, Wireless LAN, Optical fiber, HomePNA, Power line communication), by functional relationships that exist between network elements (Client-server, Active Networking, Peer-to-peer), by network topology (Tree computer network, Bus network, Star network, Ring network, Mesh network, etc.). Solutions of Computer and Networks Area from ConceptDraw Solution Park contain powerful drawing tools for easy designing diagrams for any Computer Network from listed diversity.
"A computer network diagram is a schematic depicting the nodes and connections amongst nodes in a computer network or, more generally, any telecommunications network. At different scales diagrams may represent various levels of network granularity. At the LAN level, individual nodes may represent individual physical devices, such as hubs or file servers, while at the WAN level, individual nodes may represent entire cities. In addition, when the scope of a diagram crosses the common LAN/ MAN/ WAN boundaries, representative hypothetical devices may be depicted instead of showing all actually existing nodes." [Computer network diagram. Wikipedia]
This computer network diagram example was created using the ConceptDraw PRO diagramming and vector drawing software extended with the Computer and Networks solution from the Computer and Networks area of ConceptDraw Solution Park.
Network diagram
Network diagram, wireless router, wireless cell tower, wireless access point, server, router, laptop computer, notebook, firewall, PC, Ethernet,
"The Global Positioning System (GPS) is a space-based satellite navigation system that provides location and time information in all weather conditions, anywhere on or near the Earth where there is an unobstructed line of sight to four or more GPS satellites. The system provides critical capabilities to military, civil and commercial users around the world. It is maintained by the United States government and is freely accessible to anyone with a GPS receiver." [Global Positioning System. Wikipedia]
This GPS operation diagram example was created using the ConceptDraw PRO diagramming and vector drawing software extended with the Telecommunication Network Diagrams solution from the Computer and Networks area of ConceptDraw Solution Park.
GPS network diagram
GPS network diagram, server, satellite dish, satellite, radio waves, man, user, laptop computer, notebook, in-vehicle station, call-center, call operator, woman, base station,
The vector stencils library "Cisco people" contains 17 pictogram symbols and clipart icons of people for drawing Cisco computer network diagrams.
The symbols example "Cisco people - Vector stencils library" was created using the ConceptDraw PRO diagramming and vector drawing software extended with the Cisco Network Diagrams solution from the Computer and Networks area of ConceptDraw Solution Park.
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Man
Man, man,
Woman
Woman, woman,
End user male
End user male, pc man, end user male,
End user, CiscoWorks
End user, CiscoWorks, end user, Cisco works,
Mac woman
Mac woman, Mac woman,
End user female
End user female, sitting woman, end user female,
Androgynous person
Androgynous person, androgynous person,
Running woman
Running woman, running woman,
Running man
Running man, running man ,
Running man, subdued
Running man, subdued, running man,
Symbol woman
Symbol woman, symbol woman, standing woman,
Symbol man
Symbol man, symbol man, standing man,
Symbol woman, yellow
Symbol woman, yellow, symbol woman, standing woman,
Symbol man, yellow
Symbol man, yellow, symbol man, standing man,
Symbol woman, red
Symbol woman, red, symbol woman, standing woman,
Symbol man, red
Symbol man, red, symbol man, standing man,
Androgynous person, blue
Androgynous person, blue, androgynous person,

Wide area network (WAN) topology. Computer and Network Examples

Wide area network (WAN) is a type of telecommunication network, which is used to connect the computers on a wide geographical area. WANs are quite popular and widely used networks, the most known and bright example of WAN is the Internet. They offer exceedingly convenient and quick way of exchanging information and data between employees, suppliers, and clients that are geographically remote each other. WANs are often constructed from several smaller networks (LANs, MANs, etc.) and use effectively different packet switching and circuit switching technologies. ConceptDraw DIAGRAM is a powerful network diagramming software. Including Computer and Networks Area with extensive variety of solutions, ConceptDraw DIAGRAM offers a lot of ready-to-use predesigned vector stencils, wide set of examples and samples, helping the business and government entities effectively design professional-looking Wide area networks (WANs) and Wide area network topology diagrams of any complexity. Wide export capabilities of ConceptDraw DIAGRAM greatly extend your opportunities.

Diagram of a Basic Computer Network. Computer Network Diagram Example

This sample was created in ConceptDraw DIAGRAM diagramming and vector drawing software using the Computer and Networks solution from Computer and Networks area of ConceptDraw Solution Park. This sample shows the connection scheme of the home WLAN equipment to the Internet.
The vector stencils library "Cisco WAN" contains 15 symbols of wide area network (WAN) devices and equipment: CSU/ DSU (Channel Service Unit/ Data Service Unit), WAN, MUX (multiplexer), PBX switch, Hub, NAT (network address translation), distributed and local directors, PBX (private branch exchange), Network clouds, DPT (dynamic packet transport).
Create the computer network topology diagrams using the ConceptDraw PRO diagramming and vector drawing software with the design elements library "Cisco WAN".
"A wide area network (WAN) is a network that covers a broad area (i.e., any telecommunications network that links across metropolitan, regional, or national boundaries) using private or public network transports. Business and government entities utilize WANs to relay data among employees, clients, buyers, and suppliers from various geographical locations. In essence, this mode of telecommunication allows a business to effectively carry out its daily function regardless of location. The Internet can be considered a WAN as well, and is used by businesses, governments, organizations, and individuals for almost any purpose imaginable.
Related terms for other types of networks are personal area networks (PANs), local area networks (LANs), campus area networks (CANs), or metropolitan area networks (MANs) which are usually limited to a room, building, campus or specific metropolitan area (e.g., a city) respectively." [Wide area network. Wikipedia]
The example "Design elements - Cisco WAN" is included in the Cisco Network Diagrams solution from the Computer and Networks area of ConceptDraw Solution Park.
Cisco WAN symbols
Cisco WAN symbols, network cloud, local director , hub, distributed director, cloud, WAN, PBX switch , PBX, NAT, MUX, DPT, CSU, DSU ,

Network Glossary Definition

The network glossary contains a complete list of network, computer-related and technical terms in alphabetic order, explanations and definitions for them, among them there are words well known for you and also specific, rare-used, uncommon or newly introduced terms. This specialized glossary, also known as a vocabulary, is the best in its field and covers in details the various aspects of computer network technologies. This glossary was developed by specialists using the practical experience and many useful sources to help the ConceptDraw users in their work, you can read and learn it from the screen on-line or print, it can be also used as a perfect educational guide or tutorial. ConceptDraw DIAGRAM software extended with Computer and Networks solution is easy to draw various types of Network diagrams, Network topology diagrams, Computer networking schematics, Network maps, Cisco network topology, Computer network architecture, Wireless networks, Vehicular networks, Rack diagrams, Logical, Physical, Cable networks, etc. Desktop ConceptDraw DIAGRAM Software is a good Visio for Mac Os X replacement. It gives you rich productivity and quality of the produced diagrams.
How to Draw a Computer Network
How to Draw a Computer Network
The vector stencils library "Cisco LAN" contains 23 symbols of local area network (LAN) devices and equipment for drawing Cisco LAN topology diagrams.
"Network topology describes the layout of interconnections between devices and network segments. At the Data Link Layer and Physical Layer, a wide variety of LAN topologies have been used, including ring, bus, mesh and star, but the most common LAN topology in use today is switched Ethernet. At the higher layers, the Internet Protocol (TCP/ IP) has become the standard, replacing NetBEUI, IPX/ SPX, AppleTalk and others.
Simple LANs generally consist of one or more switches. A switch can be connected to a router, cable modem, or ADSL modem for Internet access. Complex LANs are characterized by their use of redundant links with switches using the spanning tree protocol to prevent loops, their ability to manage differing traffic types via quality of service (QoS), and to segregate traffic with VLANs. A LAN can include a wide variety of network devices such as switches, firewalls, routers, load balancers, and sensors.
LANs can maintain connections with other LANs via leased lines, leased services, or the Internet using virtual private network technologies. Depending on how the connections are established and secured in a LAN, and the distance involved, a LAN may also be classified as a metropolitan area network (MAN) or a wide area network (WAN)." [Local area network. Wikipedia]
The symbols example "Cisco LAN - Vector stencils library" was created using the ConceptDraw PRO diagramming and vector drawing software extended with the Cisco Network Diagrams solution from the Computer and Networks area of ConceptDraw Solution Park.
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Sun workstation
Sun workstation, Sun workstation ,
Workstation
Workstation, workstation,
PC
PC, PC,
Macintosh
Macintosh, Macintosh,
Terminal
Terminal, terminal,
Mini VAX
Mini VAX, mini VAX, VAX, VSM, DECnet,
Printer
Printer, printer,
Laptop
Laptop, laptop,
File server
File server, file server, application server,
Monitor
Monitor, monitor,
Web cluster
Web cluster, Web cluster,
ATM fast gigabit etherswitch
ATM fast gigabit etherswitch, ATM fast gigabit etherswitch,
HP Mini
HP Mini, HP Mini,
Supercomputer
Supercomputer, supercomputer,
LAN2LAN
LAN2LAN, LAN2LAN,
LAN to LAN
LAN to LAN, LAN to LAN,
Web server
Web server, Web server, www server,
Web browser
Web browser, Web browser,
Repeater
Repeater, repeater,
PDA
PDA, PDA,
General appliance
General appliance, general appliance, intelligence engine 2100 series,
PC, blue
PC, blue, PC,
Mini VAX, blue
Mini VAX, blue, mini VAX, VAX, VSM, DECnet,

map of england, map of scotland, united kingdom map, uk map, map of uk, great britain map, map of great britain, map of united kingdom, map of wales UK Map

map of england, map of scotland, united kingdom map, uk map, map of uk, great britain map, map of great britain, map of united kingdom, map of wales
The Map of UK solution contains collection of professionally designed samples and scalable vector stencil graphics maps, representing the United Kingdom counties, regions and cities. Use the Map of UK solution from ConceptDraw Solution Park as the base fo
The vector stencils library "Cisco people" contains 17 pictogram symbols and clipart icons of people: Man, Woman, End user male and female, End user Cisco works, Mac woman, Androgynous person, Running woman and man, Symbols men and women.
Create the computer network diagrams using the ConceptDraw PRO diagramming and vector drawing software with the design elements library "Cisco people".
The example "Design elements - Cisco people" is included in the Cisco Network Diagrams solution from the Computer and Networks area of ConceptDraw Solution Park.
Cisco people symbols
Cisco people symbols, woman, symbol woman, standing woman, symbol man, standing man, sitting woman, end user female, running woman, running man , running man, pc man, end user male, man, end user, Cisco works, androgynous person, Mac woman,
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"A telecommunications network is a collection of terminal nodes, links and any intermediate nodes which are connected so as to enable telecommunication between the terminals. The transmission links connect the nodes together. The nodes use circuit switching, message switching or packet switching to pass the signal through the correct links and nodes to reach the correct destination terminal. Each terminal in the network usually has a unique address so messages or connections can be routed to the correct recipients. The collection of addresses in the network is called the address space. Examples of telecommunications networks are: computer networks, Internet, telephone network, global Telex network, aeronautical ACARS network." [Telecommunications network. Wikipedia]
The example "Design elements - Telecommunication networks" was created using the ConceptDraw PRO diagramming and vector drawing software extended with the Telecommunication Network Diagrams solution from the Computer and Networks area of ConceptDraw Solution Park.
Telecom diagram symbols
Telecom diagram symbols, wireless router, tree, server, satellite dish, satellite, router, radio waves, office building, network cell, cell, honeycomb, mountain, man, user, laptop computer, notebook, in-vehicle station, house, globe, Internet, fir-tree, tree, fax, device, cellular phone, mobile phone, car, camera, call-center, call operator, woman, building, base station, antenna, PC, Internet, cloud, IP phone,
This vehicular network diagram sample was drawn on the base of picture illustrating the post "LED Traffic Signals and Vehicle Lights for Optical Broadband Communications" from the blog "Terranautix".
"Visible Light Communication (VLC) is a rapidly emerging field that focuses on the use of light sources (between 400 THz and 800 THz) for the primary purpose of broadband communications. In order to transmit data over light, the light source (transceiver) is pulsed on and off rapidly to create a data stream, similar to fiber optic communications, but in the wireless form, or “Free-Space Optical Transmission“. By pulsing lights many thousands (and millions) of times per second, data transmission occurs at a rate undetectable by the human eye. Optical receivers convert the light pulses to an electronic signal on the receiver end. The Light Emitting Diode (LED) is the primary form factor currently undergoing extensive research."
[terranautix.com/ tag/ communications]
The vehicular network diagram example "Visible light communication" was created using the ConceptDraw PRO diagramming and vector drawing software extended with the Vehicular Networking solution from the Computer and Networks area of ConceptDraw Solution Park.
Vehicular network diagram
Vehicular network diagram, tree, taxi, signal light, lights, traffic light, road, man, factory, coverage area, city, car, block,
"Mobile satellite systems help connect remote regions, vehicles, ships, people and aircraft to other parts of the world and/ or other mobile or stationary communications units, in addition to serving as navigation systems." [Satellite. Mobile satellite systems. Wikipedia]
"A communications satellite or comsat is an artificial satellite sent to space for the purpose of telecommunications.
... communications satellites ... are ... used for mobile applications such as communications to ships, vehicles, planes and hand-held terminals, and for TV and radio broadcasting." [Communications satellite. Wikipedia]
This mobile satellite communication network diagram was created using the ConceptDraw PRO diagramming and vector drawing software extended with the Telecommunication Network Diagrams solution from the Computer and Networks area of ConceptDraw Solution Park.
Mobile satellite network diagram
Mobile satellite network diagram, wireless router, satellite dish, satellite, radio waves, man, user, laptop computer, notebook, in-vehicle station, fir-tree, tree, cellular phone, mobile phone, camera, antenna, PC, IP phone, Comm-link,
The vector stencils library "Computers and network isometric" contains 56 3D clipart images of computer and network devices and equipment for drawing network diagrams.
The clip art example "Computers and network isometric - Vector stencils library" was created using the ConceptDraw PRO diagramming and vector drawing software extended with the Computer and Networks solution from the Computer and Networks area of ConceptDraw Solution Park.
Laptop
Laptop, laptop computer, notebook,
DDCS
DDCS, DDCS, Distributed Data Communications Server,
Server
Server, server,
Webcam
Webcam, Web-camera,
Wireless Network Storage
Wireless Network Storage, wireless network storage,
Personal computer
Personal computer, PC,
VoIP phone
VoIP phone, IP phone,
Fax
Fax, fax,
Plotter
Plotter, plotter,
Mobile phone
Mobile phone, cellular phone, mobile phone,
Feature phone
Feature phone, cellular phone, mobile phone,
Printer
Printer, printer,
Satellite dish
Satellite dish, satellite dish,
Satellite antenna
Satellite antenna, satellite antenna,
Automatic-tracking satellite dish
Automatic-tracking satellite dish, satellite dish,
Wireless access point
Wireless access point, wireless access point,
Wireless router
Wireless router, wireless router,
Router
Router, router,
Network switch
Network switch, switch,
Network device
Network device, device,
Mobile GPS Terminal
Mobile GPS Terminal, mobile GPS terminal,
GPS phone
GPS phone, GPS phone,
Television antenna
Television antenna, antenna,
Radio tower
Radio tower, wireless cell tower,
Base station
Base station , base station ,
Satellite
Satellite, satellite,
In-vehicle satellite telecommunication
In-vehicle satellite telecommunication, in-vehicle station,
Satellite dishes on ship
Satellite dishes on ship , ship,
Airplane
Airplane, airplane,
Internet
Internet, Internet,
Man
Man, man,
Woman
Woman, woman,
Call-center
Call-center, call-center,
Honeycomb
Honeycomb, honeycomb,
Mountain
Mountain, mountain,
Radio waves
Radio waves, radio waves,
Radio waves
Radio waves, radio waves,
Tower block
Tower block, high-rise building,
Office building
Office building, office building,
House
House, house,
House
House, house,
Globe
Globe, globe, Internet,
Wireless security camera
Wireless security camera, camera,
Truck
Truck, truck,
Tree
Tree, tree,
Conifer tree
Conifer tree, fir-tree,
1U hub / switch
1U hub / switch, 1U hub switch,
2U hub / switch
2U hub / switch, 2U hub switch,
1U server
1U server, 1U server,
2U Server
2U Server, 2U server,
3U Server
3U Server, 3U server,
4U Server
4U Server, 4U server,
Communications satellite
Communications satellite, satellite,
Car
Car, car,
Radio waves
Radio waves, radio waves,
Firewall
Firewall, firewall,
The vector stencils library "Cisco people" contains 17 pictogram symbols and clipart icons of people for drawing Cisco computer network diagrams.
The symbols example "Cisco people - Vector stencils library" was created using the ConceptDraw PRO diagramming and vector drawing software extended with the Cisco Network Diagrams solution from the Computer and Networks area of ConceptDraw Solution Park.
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Man
Man, man,
Woman
Woman, woman,
End user male
End user male, pc man, end user male,
End user, CiscoWorks
End user, CiscoWorks, end user, Cisco works,
Mac woman
Mac woman, Mac woman,
End user female
End user female, sitting woman, end user female,
Androgynous person
Androgynous person, androgynous person,
Running woman
Running woman, running woman,
Running man
Running man, running man ,
Running man, subdued
Running man, subdued, running man,
Symbol woman
Symbol woman, symbol woman, standing woman,
Symbol man
Symbol man, symbol man, standing man,
Symbol woman, yellow
Symbol woman, yellow, symbol woman, standing woman,
Symbol man, yellow
Symbol man, yellow, symbol man, standing man,
Symbol woman, red
Symbol woman, red, symbol woman, standing woman,
Symbol man, red
Symbol man, red, symbol man, standing man,
Androgynous person, blue
Androgynous person, blue, androgynous person,
The vector stencils library "Local vehicular networking" contains 88 symbols for drawing the vehicular computer telecommunication network diagrams using the ConceptDraw PRO diagramming and vector drawing software.
"A vehicular ad hoc network (VANET) uses cars as mobile nodes in a MANET to create a mobile network.[1] A VANET turns every participating car into a wireless router or node, allowing cars approximately 100 to 300 metres of each other to connect and, in turn, create a network with a wide range. As cars fall out of the signal range and drop out of the network, other cars can join in, connecting vehicles to one another so that a mobile Internet is created. It is estimated that the first systems that will integrate this technology are police and fire vehicles to communicate with each other for safety purposes. ...
Vehicular ad hocal networks are expected to implement wireless technologies such as dedicated short-range communications (DSRC) which is a type of Wi-Fi. Other candidate wireless technologies are cellular, satellite, and WiMAX. Vehicular ad hoc networks can be viewed as component of the intelligent transportation systems (ITS).
As promoted in ITS, vehicles communicate with each other via inter-vehicle communication (IVC) as well as with roadside base stations via roadside-to-vehicle communication (RVC)." [Vehicular ad hoc network. Wikipedia]
The example "Design elements - Local vehicular networking" is included in the Vehicular Networking solution from the Computer and Networks area of ConceptDraw Solution Park.
Vehicular network diagram symbols
Vehicular network diagram symbols, truck, tree, traffic light, taxi, ship, satellite dish, satellite, router, road, river, radio tower, office building, mountain, mote, man, laptop, computer, notebook, lake, in-vehicle station, house, high rise block, fir tree, factory, elevated, crossroads, coverage area, cloud, internet, cell tower, cell phone, car, bungalow, bridge, block, antenna, airport, airplane, PC, IP phone,