Infrastructure network
Level 2 Category
Definition
Shows how physical and digital components connect to enable communication and data flow across systems, users, and devices.
Example Image
Reproduced from IEEE Access, vol. 11, pp. 74796-74804, 2023, doi: 10.1109/ACCESS.2023.3295689. Licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 4.0.
Writing Alternative Text
Describe the interconnected systems or components involved, the pathways or links that connect them, and any notable patterns, capacities, or dependencies.
Example Alt Text
"A network hierarchy: the internet connects to a controller handling routing and DHCP, which connects to a switch that powers and connects access points. The switch links to three access points, each providing wireless connectivity to user devices below, including laptops, a tablet and a mobile phone."