Resilience (network)
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Computer network
A computer network, often simply referred to as a network, is a collection of hardware components and computers interconnected by communication channels that allow sharing of resources and information....

ing: “Resilience is the ability to provide and maintain an acceptable level of service in the face of faults
Fault (technology)
In document ISO/CD 10303-226, a fault is defined as an abnormal condition or defect at the component, equipment, or sub-system level which may lead to a failure....

 and challenges to normal operation.”

These services include:
  • supporting distributed processing
  • supporting networked storage
  • maintaining service of communication services such as
    • video conferencing
    • instant messaging
      Instant messaging
      Instant Messaging is a form of real-time direct text-based chatting communication in push mode between two or more people using personal computers or other devices, along with shared clients. The user's text is conveyed over a network, such as the Internet...

    • online collaboration
  • access to applications and data as needed


Note that resilience is a superset of survivability
Survivability
Survivability is the ability to remain alive or continue to exist. The term has more specific meaning in certain contexts.-Engineering:In engineering, survivability is the quantified ability of a system, subsystem, equipment, process, or procedure to continue to function during and after a natural...

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