network A system of two or more computer systems connected together so they can share and exchange data.
file sharing Sharing files between computers; the act of making files on one computer accessible to others on a network.
resource Software or hardware, such as a hard drive, printer, or scanner, that can be shared over a network.
Sharing resources, such as a printer, provides many benefits.
synchronous communication When people talk to each other at the same time.
asynchronous communication A form of data transmission that involves a delay of seconds, minutes, or even days. Communication does not happen instantly.
reliable network A dependable network that user’s trust to work.
scalable network A network that the hardware or software can grow (scale) up or down to meet an organization’s needs.
redundant network Networks that duplicate data and/or resources to minimize down time and losses in the event of a disaster