Requirements for Network Configuration

1. Network Devices – PCs, servers, printers, mobile devices, etc.
2. Network Operating System – Manages network resources and communication (e.g., Windows Server, Linux).
3. Network Interface Card (NIC) – Hardware enabling devices to connect to the network.
4. Device Drivers – Software that allows the operating system to communicate with hardware.
5. Communication Media – Cables (Ethernet, fiber optic) or wireless connections (Wi‑Fi, Bluetooth).
6. Protocols – Rules and standards for communication (e.g., TCP/IP, HTTP, FTP).

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