Networking Fundamentals

Welcome to the networking fundamentals topic. Below are some key concepts and terms you should be familiar with in the field of networking.

• Protocols: Networking relies on protocols to establish communication rules. Examples include TCP/IP, HTTP, and FTP.
• IP Address: Every device on a network has a unique IP address, which allows devices to communicate with each other.
• DNS: The Domain Name System (DNS) translates human-readable domain names into IP addresses.

Networking Diagram

For more information on networking, check out our Networking Basics guide.