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networking Definition

net·work·ing (-wʉr′kiŋ)

noun

  1. the developing of contacts or exchanging of information with others in an informal network, as to further a career
  2. the interconnection, as over communication lines, of computer systems

networking Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • facilitate: A number of social events will be organized to facilitate networking.
  • encourage: We want to encourage networking between such people, for the purpose of mutual support.

Adjective modifier

  • dial-up: Connecting to the Internet requires communication software called Dial-Up networking.
  • high-speed: Xyratex is a technology world leader in developing OEM solutions for the high-speed networking, digital broadcasting and data storage marketplaces.
  • informal: We have not found out what level of informal networking took place outside the context of the trial.
  • 802.11b: At this price, 802.11b wireless networking as well as Bluetooth come as standard.
  • optical: My research is looking at the use of modulated retro-reflector to provide reliable optical networking for micro-machines within an environment such as a room.
  • transnational: The theoretical frame of the research draws on theories of new regionalism, transnational networking and theories of the state in Latin America.

Modifies a noun

  • opportunity: The evening should be a good networking opportunity for the region's artists.
  • protocol: Solid understanding of common networking protocols: TCP, IP, UDP, HTTP, SSL.
  • event: The winner will be awarded at the Green Business is Better Business networking event on Tuesday 13 June 2006.
  • capability: At worst, the networking capability is entirely concentrated within the Head Office.
  • hardware: If there is only one networking hardware device, you'll see the TCP/IP protocol listed below that device.
  • lunch: Buyers will be given their own free exclusive program for the day on October 11 including a networking lunch.

Noun used with modifier

  • wireless: For example, wireless networking removes the risk of tripping over loose computer cables.
  • peer-to-peer: SchoolShare is the RM product which enables peer-to-peer networking.
  • tcp/ip: We have a wide range of tests available from C# programming to TCP/IP networking.
  • dialup: We had a wander around town and then a horrible time attempting to rescue the dialup networking on my Dad's windows 98 box.
  • mesh: Connecting to the Internet will be possible through mesh networking.
  • ad-hoc: This configuration is often referred to as " ad-hoc networking mode " with the sharing computer operating in " infrastructure mode " .