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11Network model — For computer network models, see network topology, packet generation model and channel model. The network model is a database model conceived as a flexible way of representing objects and their relationships. Its distinguishing feature is that… …
12Network 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… …
13Computer multitasking — In computing, multitasking is a method where multiple tasks, also known as processes, share common processing resources such as a CPU. In the case of a computer with a single CPU, only one task is said to be running at any point in time, meaning… …
14Network Time Protocol — The Network Time Protocol (NTP) is a protocol and software implementation for synchronizing the clocks of computer systems over packet switched, variable latency data networks. Originally designed by David L. Mills of the University of Delaware… …
15Network simulator — A network simulator is a piece of software or hardware that predicts the behavior of a network, without an actual network being present. Contents 1 Uses of network simulators 2 Examples of network simulators 3 See also …
16computer science — noun the branch of engineering science that studies (with the aid of computers) computable processes and structures • Syn: ↑computing • Topics: ↑computer, ↑computing machine, ↑computing device, ↑data processor, ↑electronic computer, ↑ …
17Network Information Service — The Network Information Service, or NIS (originally called Yellow Pages or YP) is a client–server directory service protocol for distributing system configuration data such as user and host names between computers on a computer network. Sun… …
18Computer-supported collaboration — (CSC) research focuses on technology that affects groups, organizations, communities and societies, e.g., voice mail and text chat. It grew from cooperative work study of supporting people s work activities and working relationships. As net… …
19Hierarchical storage management — (HSM) is a data storage technique which automatically moves data between high cost and low cost storage media. HSM systems exist because high speed storage devices, such as hard disk drive arrays, are more expensive (per byte stored) than slower… …
20Network-Centric Service-Oriented Enterprise (NCSOE) — is a new generation enterprise capable of conducting collaboration and management of internal and external information. Using Network Centric Enterprise Services (NCES) , the enterprise can now enforce information and decision superiority in a… …
