Distributed Network: A network using multiple locations. This process if very effective when a specific job can be dynamically tackled by each node in the network rather than by using one individual machines processor.

 

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Distributed Network: A network using multiple locations. This process if very effective when a specific job can be dynamically tackled by each node in the network rather than by using one individual machines processor.

Network Interface Card (NIC): An adapter installed in an expansion slot or integrated onto the motherboard and allows the computer to connect to a network.

Network Effect: The phenomenon whereby a service becomes more valuable as more people use it, thereby encouraging ever-increasing numbers of adopters.

Network Model HMO: An HMO that contracts with more than one group practice of physicians or specialty groups.

Networking: Generating prospects through a real estate professionals communications with friends and professional associates.

North American Cellular Network (NACN): An organization of cellular providers that facilitates cellular calls across the country to be linked for seamless roaming.

Network Covalent Solid: A substance which consists of an array of atoms held together by an array of covalent bonds. A crystal of a network covalent solid is actually a single, gigantic molecule. Diamond and quartz . . . View Full Definition

Network Card: Also, Network Interface Card or NIC. This is a component of a computer that enables the computer to communicate with other computers via a direct network connection.

National Water Level Observation Network (NWLON): The network of tide and water level stations operated by the National Ocean Service along the marine and Great Lakes coasts and islands of the United States. The NWLON is composed of the pri . . . View Full Definition

Network: A connecting system which allows simultaneous telecasting of a single origination by a number of stations.