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Class 10 Networking Computer Applications

A computer network connects two or more computers to share data and resources, with types including LAN, MAN, and WAN. Key components include servers, clients, NICs, and various transmission media, while networking devices such as hubs, switches, and routers facilitate communication. Advantages of networking include resource sharing and fast communication, while disadvantages encompass security risks and high setup costs.

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Class 10 Networking Computer Applications

A computer network connects two or more computers to share data and resources, with types including LAN, MAN, and WAN. Key components include servers, clients, NICs, and various transmission media, while networking devices such as hubs, switches, and routers facilitate communication. Advantages of networking include resource sharing and fast communication, while disadvantages encompass security risks and high setup costs.

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Computer Networking - Class 10 Computer

Applications (Detailed Notes)

1. What is a Computer Network?


A computer network is a group of two or more computers connected together to share data,
resources, and information using communication devices and transmission media. Examples
include school labs, offices, and the internet.

2. Types of Computer Networks (Based on Area)


LAN (Local Area Network): Covers a small area like a room, school, or office. It is fast and owned
by a single organization.
MAN (Metropolitan Area Network): Covers a city or large campus. Larger than LAN but smaller
than WAN.
WAN (Wide Area Network): Covers large geographical areas like countries or the whole world.
The Internet is the biggest WAN.

3. Components of a Computer Network


1 Server – Main computer that provides resources and services.

2 Client – Computers that use the services of the server.

3 Network Interface Card (NIC) – Hardware that connects a computer to a network.

4 Transmission Media – Path through which data travels (wired or wireless).

4. Transmission Media
Guided Media (Wired): Twisted Pair Cable, Coaxial Cable, Optical Fiber.
Unguided Media (Wireless): Radio Waves, Microwaves, Infrared, Satellite.

5. Network Topologies
Bus Topology – All computers connected to a single cable.
Star Topology – All devices connected to a central hub or switch (most common).
Ring Topology – Computers connected in circular form.
Mesh Topology – Every device connected to every other device (very reliable).
Tree Topology – Combination of star and bus topology.

6. Networking Devices
1 Hub – Connects multiple computers and broadcasts data.

2 Switch – Sends data to the specific device only. Faster and secure than hub.

3 Router – Connects different networks and provides internet access.

4 Modem – Converts digital signals to analog and vice versa for internet connection.

7. Internet and WWW


The Internet is a global network of interconnected computers used to share information worldwide.
World Wide Web (WWW) is a collection of web pages accessed through web browsers.

8. IP Address
An IP Address is a unique address assigned to each device on a network. Example: [Link].
Types: IPv4 and IPv6.

9. Protocols (Rules of Communication)


1 HTTP – Used for websites.

2 FTP – Used for file transfer.

3 TCP/IP – Main protocol of the internet.

4 SMTP – Used for sending emails.

10. Advantages of Computer Networking


1 Resource sharing (files, printers, internet).

2 Fast communication.

3 Cost saving.

4 Easy data sharing.

11. Disadvantages of Networking


1 Security risks like hacking and viruses.
2 High setup cost.
3 Requires maintenance.

12. Cyber Ethics


1 Do not hack or misuse data.

2 Respect others' privacy.

3 Avoid cyberbullying.

4 Use licensed software.


Quick Revision: Network = Connection of computers; Types = LAN, MAN, WAN; Devices = Hub,
Switch, Router; Protocol = Rules of communication; Internet = Largest WAN.

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