The process of configuring a network’s controls, flow, and operation to support network communication for an organization and/or network owner.

This broad term refers to the configuration and setup of network hardware, software, and other supporting devices and components.

The process of setting up a network is commonly referred to as “network configuration.”

Through network configuration, a system administrator can set up a network to meet communication goals.

The procedure includes the following tasks:

• The router setup specifies the correct IP addresses and route settings, among other things.
• Host configuration: Allows network connection and communication on a host computer/laptop by logging default network settings like IP addressing, proxy, network name, and ID/password.
• Software configuration: Any network-based software, such as an intrusion detection system (IDS), is granted permission and credentials to monitor network traffic.
• Furthermore, network configuration includes Internet/network sharing, software/application installation, and firewall configuration and setup.