backbone network
21backbone — /ˈbækboʊn / (say bakbohn) noun 1. the spinal or vertebral column; the spine. 2. something resembling a backbone in appearance, position, or function. 3. strength of character; resolution. 4. a series of high speed connections that forms a major… …
22Network diagram — A network diagram is a general type of diagram, which represents some kind of network. A network in general is an interconnected group or system, or a fabric or structure of fibrous elements attached to each other at regular intervals.A network… …
23Network operations center — Overview of a typical NOC. Lot of monitors (front), backbone overview (back) and news broadcast on TV set (right) A network operations center (or NOC, pronounced like the word knock ) is one or more locations from which control is exercised over… …
24backbone — That portion of the network that manages the bulk of the traffic. The backbone may connect several locations or buildings, and other, smaller networks may be attached to it. The backbone often uses a higher speed protocol than the individual… …
25Network commonwealth — A network commonwealth is a term of art described in the book The Anglosphere Challenge by author James C. Bennett. Structurally, a network commonwealth is a web of bilateral and multilateral intergovernmental structures, agreements, and ties.… …
26backbone — noun Date: 14th century 1. spinal column, spine 2. something that resembles a backbone: as a. a chief mountain ridge, range, or system b. the foundation or most substantial or sturdiest part of something c. the longest chain of atoms or groups of …
27network backbone — See backbone …
28National Science Foundation Network — The National Science Foundation Network (NSFNET) was a program of coordinated, evolving projects sponsored by the National Science Foundation (NSF) beginning in 1985 to promote advanced research and education networking in the United States.[1]… …
29Merit Network — Founder(s) Michigan State University, University of Michigan, and Wayne State University Type Non profit member governed Founded 1966 Location …
30Computer network — Computer networks redirects here. For the periodical, see Computer Networks (journal). Datacom redirects here. For other uses, see Datacom (disambiguation). Internet map. The Internet is a global system of interconnected computer networks that… …
