Biomedical Engineering Reference
In-Depth Information
Protocol or standards used to define how signals are handled by the network
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Ownership or funding source involved in network development
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Hardware, including cables, wires, and other media used to provide the information conduit
from one device to the next
Content carried by the network
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Figure 3-2. Network Taxonomy. Networks can be characterized along a
variety of parameters, from size or geographical scope to the contents
carried by the network.
This chapter also explores the practical network implementation issues, especially network security,
and considers the future of network technology.
