The network
Example: The network connects devices across different locations
Definition
"The network" refers to a system of interconnected devices or nodes that communicate and share resources or information over various distances, enabling data transfer and connectivity between multiple points or locations.
Etymology
The term "the network" originates from the combination of 'net,' meaning an interlaced structure or system, and 'work,' referring to effort or activity. Together, it describes a connected structure designed to support communication or interaction. The concept evolved with the rise of communication technologies.
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"The network" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (A2) - set 4", containing 116 commonly used words.
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