Network Components. Agilent Technologies 3070

Chapter 3: Setting Up and Configuring New Systems

Network

Making a network requires the following basic hardware, software, and connections:

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Network interface cards (NICs), or adapter cards - used to connect a computer to a file servers or workstations.

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Cables - used to connect the nodes on a LAN.

Physical topology - the physical location of all computers on the network and the cabling system that connects them.

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Servers - the computer that manages and controls network resources.

Network Operating System - Windows® 2000

Professional is the supported operating system for your 3070 MS Windows® system.

Network-based software - programs that are accessed over the network. May include e-mail programs or standard software applications.