Computer Networking

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• Introduction
• Introduction to networking
• Networking with Linux
• Wireless: this section has moved to our new Wireless page
• General

Introduction

The term "computer network" can refer to anything from two computers connected together, to large-scale Local Area Networks (LANs), to the Internet itself - the "network of networks." Networks can help organizations work collaboratively by sharing information, and can also facilitate the sharing of resources such as printers.

This ItrainOnline page offers a small collection of links to resources which we think will be of particular use to NGOs and the development community. A good starting point for learning about computer networking basics is TechSoup's Computer Networks section.

Computer Networking - Introduction to networking

Ultimate Guide to Networking

Developed by: HardwareCentral
Type of resource: Web-based tutorials
Target audience: General
Cost: Free access

Introduction to networking, including local area networks, standard hubs, bridges, routers and switches.

Dhttp://www.hardwarecentral.com/hardwarecentral/tut
orials/158/1/

Computer Networking - General

Bandwidth optimisation training resources

Developed by: INASP
Type of resource: Web site
Target audience: General, Trainers
Cost: Free access

Briefing packs, workshop materials and information resources on bandwidth optimisation.

Dhttp://www.inasp.info/training/bandwidth/briefing.
html

Planning a network installation

Developed by: Lasa Information Systems Team
Type of resource: Web guide
Target audience: General
Cost: Free access

"This article provides practical advice to help address the needs of organisations that have a network and are in the process of upgrading it. The article should also be useful to organisations installing a network for the first time."

Dhttp://www.icthubknowledgebase.org.uk/planningnetw
orkinstallation