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  • Two or more systems connected by a communications medium. (AFR 205-16) 2. A network is composed of a communications medium and all components attached to that medium whose responsibility is the transference of information. Such components may include AISs, packet switches, telecommunications controllers, key distribution centers, and technical control devices. (DODD 5200. 28) 3. A communications medium and all components the transfer of information. Such components may include ADP systems, packet switches, telecommunications controllers, key distribution centers, technical control devices, and other networks. (DOE 5637. 1) 4. This is the interconnection of two or more ADP central computer facilities that provides for the transfer or sharing of ADP resources. The ADP network consists of the central computer facilities, the remote terminals, the interconnecting communication links, the front-end processors, and the telecommunications systems. (OPNAVINST 5239. lA) 5. See COMPUTER NETWORK.