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A '''telecommunications network''' is a collection of [[Link (telecommunications)|links]] which are connected so as to enable [[telecommunication]] between the terminals.

See also [[Terminal node]].

== Description ==

The transmission links connect the nodes together. The nodes use circuit switching, message switching or packet switching to pass the signal through the correct links and nodes to reach the correct destination terminal.

Each terminal in the network usually has a unique address so messages or connections can be routed to the correct recipients. The collection of addresses in the network is called the address space.

Examples of telecommunications networks include:

* [[Computer networks]]
* The [[Internet]]
* The [[telephone network]]
* The global [[Telex network]]
* The aeronautical [[ACARS network]]

== Benefits of Telecommunications and Networking ==

Telecommunications can greatly increase and expand resources to all types of people. For example, businesses need a greater telecommunications network if they plan to expand their company.

With Internet, computer, and telephone networks, businesses can allocate their resources efficiently.

== Computer networks ==

A [[computer network]] consists of [[computers]] and devices connected to one another.

Information can be transferred from one device to the next. 

For example, an office filled with computers can share files together on each separate device.

Computer networks can range from a local network area to a wide area network.

The difference between the types of networks is the size. These types of computer networks work at certain speeds, also known as broadband.

The Internet network connects computers worldwide.

== Internet ==

The [[Internet]] can be used for recreational, governmental, educational, and other purposes.

Businesses in particular use the Internet network for research or to service customers and clients.

== Telephone Network ==

The telephone network connects people to one another. This network can be used in a variety of ways.

Many businesses use the telephone network to route calls and/or service their customers.

Some businesses use a telephone network on a greater scale through a private branch exchange.

It is a system where a specific business focuses on routing and servicing calls for another business.

The telephone network is used around the world for recreational purposes.

== See also ==

* [[Computer network]]
* [[Telecommunication]]
* [[Terminal node]]

== External links ==

* [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Telecommunications_network Telecommunications network] @ Wikipedia


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