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    Goals of Networks

    Computer Network means an interconnection of autonomous (standalone) computers


    for information exchange. The connecting media could be a copper wire, optical fiber,
    microwave, or satellite.

    Networking Elements – The computer network includes the following networking


    elements:

     At least two computers


     Transmission medium either wired or wireless
     Protocols or rules that govern the communication
     Network software such as Network Operating System
    1. Network Criteria:
    The criteria that have to be met by a computer network are:
    I. Performance – It is measured in terms of transit time and response time.
    a) Transit time is the time for a message to travel from one device to another
    b) Response time is the elapsed time between an inquiry and a response.
    II. Performance is dependent on the following factors:
    a) The number of users
    b) Type of transmission medium
    c) Capability of connected network
    d) Efficiency of software
    e) Bandwidth
    f) Network topology
    g) Network protocols
    h) Distance
    i) Network congestion
    j) Network hardware
    2. Reliability – It is measured in terms of
     Frequency of failure
     Recovery from failures
     Robustness during catastrophe
     Quality of service (QoS)
     Reducing single points of failure
     Capacity planning
     Network architecture

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    Goals of Networks
    3. Security – It means protecting data from unauthorized access.

    4. Network topology- it is another crucial factor to consider when designing a


    computer network. It refers to the way in which computers, devices, and links are
    arranged in a network. Common topologies include bus, star, ring, mesh, and hybrid,
    each with its own advantages and disadvantages in terms of cost, scalability,
    reliability, and performance. The choice of topology depends on the specific needs
    and constraints of the network. Other important criteria that must be met by a
    computer network include performance, reliability, and security.

    5. Goals of Computer Networks: The following are some important goals of


    computer networks:
    a) Resource Sharing – Many organization has a substantial number of computers in
    operations, which are located apart. Ex. A group of office workers can share a
    common printer, fax, modem, scanner, etc.

    b) High Reliability – If there are alternate sources of supply, all files could be
    replicated on two or more machines. If one of them is not available, due to
    hardware failure, the other copies could be used.

    c) Inter-process Communication – Network users, located geographically apart, may


    converse in an interactive session through the network. In order to permit this, the
    network must provide almost error-free communications.

    d) Flexible access – Files can be accessed from any computer in the network. The
    project can be begun on one computer and finished on another.
    e) Security– Computer networks must be secure to protect against unauthorized
    access, data breaches, and other security threats. This includes implementing
    measures such as firewalls, antivirus software, and encryption to ensure the
    confidentiality, integrity, and availability of data.
    f) Performance– Computer networks must provide high performance and low latency
    to ensure that applications and services are responsive and available when needed.
    This requires optimizing network infrastructure, bandwidth utilization, and traffic
    management.

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    Goals of Networks
    g) Scalability- Computer networks must be designed to scale up or down as needed
    to accommodate changes in the number of users, devices, and data traffic. This
    requires careful planning and management to ensure the network can meet current
    and future needs.

    Other goals include Distribution of processing functions, Centralized management, and


    allocation of network resources, Compatibility of dissimilar equipment and software,
    Good network performance, Scalability, Saving money, Access to remote information,
    Person to person communication, etc.

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