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In computing, a link is a reference or connection that allows users to navigate between resources like web pages, documents, or files. On the web, this is most commonly a hyperlink, which is clickable text or an image that takes you to a different location when clicked. In computer networking, a link is the physical or logical connection, such as a cable or a wireless channel, that transmits data between two nodes.

Hyperlink (or web link)

What it is: A clickable element on a web page that connects to another page, document, or resource on the internet.

How it works: When you click on the link, it transports you to the destination resource specified by a URL.

Appearance: Often appears as underlined text but can also be an image, button, or other graphic.

Purpose: To navigate through online content, allowing users to jump from one page or section to another with a single click.

Networking link

What it is: The communications channel or circuit that connects two devices or nodes in a network.

How it works: Transmits data between the connected devices.

Examples: The physical connection of an Ethernet cable or a wireless signal between your computer and a router.