Computer Science GCSE
Network classification by scale
What Network classification by scale means in Computer Science GCSE, as defined for Pearson Edexcel.
Definition of Network classification by scale
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Reference: Pearson Edexcel
Networks are classified by the area they cover and who controls them, so the difference is one of scale and ownership rather than purpose.
Topics that use Network classification by scale
- Networks (Pearson Edexcel GCSE)
Related terms
- Addressing at different layers
- Bandwidth
- Bus topology
- Central management and access
- Encapsulation and de-encapsulation
- HTTPS
- IMAP
- LAN
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