计算机网络英文课件.ppt

Chapter 1Computer Networks and the Internet Introduction and Overview The merging of computers and communications has had a profound influence on the way computer systems are organized. we will use the term computer network to mean a collection of autonomous computers interconnected by a single technology. Two computers are said to be interconnected if they are able to exchange information. The connection need not be via a copper wire; fiber optics, microwaves, infrared, and communication satellites can also be used. Networks come in many sizes, shapes and forms. Introduction and Overview Uses of Computer Networks Business Applications Resource sharing, high reliability, saving money Powerful communication medium(electronic mail, videoconference) e-commerce (electronic commerce) Home Applications Access to remote information(surfing, on-line digital library…) Person-to-person communication(E-mail,instant messaging, chat room,newsgroups,peer-to-peer communication…) Interactive entertainment(video on demand(VOD),game playing…) Electronic commerce(home online shopping, access to financial institutions, electronic flea markets (e-flea)) Introduction and Overview Uses of Computer Networks Mobile Users Mobile computers, such as notebook computers and personal digital assistants (PDAs), are one of the fastest-growing segments of the computer industry. merger of cell phones and PDAs into tiny wireless computers, WAP (Wireless Application Protocol) portable office wireless networks on campus wireless networks on military Social Issues Privacy Freedom of speech Copyright …… Introduction and Overview Taxonomy of Computer Networks There is no generally accepted taxonomy into which all computer networks fit, but two dimensions stand out as important: transmission technology and scale. Introduction and Overview Taxonomy of Computer Networks Introduction and Overview Taxonomy of Computer Networks Introduction and Overview Taxonomy of Computer Networks Introduction and Ov