grid vs. network
English translation: grid vs. network
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|  Selected response from: Jonas Teixeira (X) Brazil Local time: 21:43 | ||||||
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| 4 +1 | grid vs. network |
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| 5 | In simple terms |
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| 3 | Grid is the bigger structure |
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peer agreement (net): +1grid vs. network Explanation: To draw a picture, grid refers to the interconnected system for distribution of electricity over a wide area -- i.e., it is almost like the virtual, software side of the business as masterminded by planners in the energy sector; network, on the other hand, is the array of cables and power stations designed and put into work by engineers -- i.e., the latter is the physical portion, the hardware. As far as I know, the term grid is never applicable to gas distribution, because that energy source is delivered straight through a pipeline. In one's eyes, that system does not resemble a mesh, a grid, as in the case of electricity, where a number of power stations and cables crisscross over a large expanse for its effective distribution. |
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Grid is the bigger structure Explanation: As far as I know Grid refers to the more bigger structure - not in size - but in functionality. The grid of a certain organization may include many sub-networks, may include some other components (for example in the electricity context the Grid may include production unit as well as transmission unit, and other sub networks). Network on the other hand, by that logic, refers to the more small components - a single distribution network for example - that might be part of the "bigger" Grid. Again if we relate to the electricity context, Grid is the entire infrastructure of a certain utility, including plants, transmission, sub station, etc. whereas network refers mostly to the transmission network, Than said, I must admit that I am not sure about that, and I also don't really know the gas industry too well. However, this may point you in the right direction. |
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In simple terms Explanation: A grid, A grid has starting points where you input, and all the rest are outputs, outputs are never inputs. A network, In a network all points are inputs and outputs -------------------------------------------------- Note added at 1 day22 mins (2009-02-27 10:54:47 GMT) -------------------------------------------------- another way to think of it is you plug into a grid (to take something out of it) and you hook up to a network (to allow a flow of information etc in and out) This is where the term "Networking" comes from, Meeting people to share information and business prospects. (you could never call it gridworking) |
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