👉 Networking engineering is the discipline that focuses on designing, implementing, maintaining, and securing communication networks, which are the backbone of modern digital infrastructure. It involves a wide range of activities including network architecture planning, protocol development, network security, and troubleshooting. Network engineers ensure that data flows efficiently and reliably across various devices and systems by configuring network hardware like routers, switches, and firewalls, as well as software protocols such as TCP/IP, DNS, and HTTP. They also play a crucial role in optimizing network performance, managing network resources, and ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations. As technology evolves, networking engineers must stay updated with emerging trends and innovations to maintain robust, scalable, and secure network infrastructures.