BCA Semester 1 – Computer Fundamentals and Applications – Unit 5: Data Communication and Computer Network

A proxy server is an intermediary server that acts as a gateway between users and the internet. It receives requests from clients, forwards them to the destination server, and returns the response bac

Computer Network: A computer network is a system of interconnected computers and devices that share resources and information. Networks allow computers to communicate and exchange data through wired o

1. Definition of Computer Network A Computer Network is a group of two or more computers and devices connected together to share data, resources, and information using communication channels. - Comput

1. Computer Protocol (Definition) A computer protocol is a set of rules and standards that define how data is transmitted and received between computers on a network. It controls: - How data is format

Topic: How a Network Lowers Office Overhead --- 1. Concept A computer network connects multiple computers and devices so they can share resources and communicate efficiently. By sharing hardware, s

1. Peer-to-Peer (P2P) Network - All computers in the network are equal; each can act as both client and server. - No dedicated server is required. - Simple and inexpensive to set up. - Suitable

1. Why Do We Need Protocols in Data Transmission? Definition: - A protocol is a set of rules and standards that define how data is transmitted and received over a network. Reasons for Using Protoc