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What is difference between distributed systems and computer networks?

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Computer Networks : Computers are connected generally in the same physical location, using different styles e.g. Token ring, Star, Serial connection, etc. Also called as LAN, Local Area Nerwork. U will find it in a library, small offices, in the same building, computer labs, cyber cafe's etc, etc. or computer network can be set up in your home also ...

Distrubuted Systems : Also can be considered as a type of computer network but in a much large scale. Generally called as WAN, or Wide Area Network. Different computers are connected at different physical locations across cities, states, etc. Using distributed systems, various computer programs can be run or executed remotely irrespective of physical locations, so as to use the more meomory and processing power of other computers.

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