Answer to Question #200537 in Computer Networks for Suhail Ahmed

Question

Describe the important networking applications used by businesses and individuals for communications, information retrieval, and other applications.? List any 2 application.

Note: Read NETWORKING APPLICATIONS in chapter #7 page 259-265.

 

Answer 1

Web Application- allows an individual or a business to type a URL in the address box and takes you to the destination page using HTTP or HTTPS protocols. This helps in information retrieval.

• It is important because it provides a wide range of information that individuals and businesses would not afford to lack.
• It is easily accessible.
• It is a fast way to retrieve data and information
• It is always up to date.

Emai Application - They are used for communication and information retrieval. Email can store information for many years and it is safe and secure. Emails are effective means of communication between individual and business, they are precise and direct to the point.