Written by the Fiveable Content Team โข Last updated September 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 examโขWritten by the Fiveable Content Team โข Last updated September 2025
Definition
A node refers to a device or computer that is part of a network. It can be a computer, server, router, or any other device that is connected and able to communicate with other devices in the network.
Related terms
Network: A group of interconnected devices or computers that can communicate with each other.