/tags/networks/ Recent content in Networks on Werk Space Hugo en Thu, 06 Aug 2026 14:39:17 +0000 /docs/ai-education/basic-digital-literacy/computer-networks/ Wed, 04 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0500 /docs/ai-education/basic-digital-literacy/computer-networks/ <h2 id="lesson-41-introduction-to-computer-networks">Lesson 4.1: Introduction to Computer Networks</h2> <h3 id="introduction">Introduction</h3> <p>Computer networks are the backbone of modern digital communication, enabling devices and systems to connect and exchange information. In this lesson, we will explore what computer networks are, how they function, and their significance in the digital age.</p> <h3 id="what-are-computer-networks">What are Computer Networks?</h3> <p>A computer network is a collection of interconnected devices, such as computers, servers, smartphones, and printers, that can communicate and share resources. These networks can be local, spanning a small area like a home or office (Local Area Network or LAN), or global, connecting devices across the world (Wide Area Network or WAN).</p>