G.6 N . . . O

network
A group of computers or systems that are connected and can communicate with each other to share resources and data.
node
Any host or CPU that communicates with other devices in the network.
open model
A mathematical representation of a transaction-based system used for predicting performance. Jobs enter the system, circulate among the devices gaining service, then depart the system.

Compare with closed model.


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