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networking
The connecting of several people, groups, systems, or devices so that they can communicate with one another, exchange data, or work together.
Die Vernetzung aller Abteilungen hat die interne Kommunikation stark verbessert.
The networking of all departments has greatly improved internal communication.
networking
The building and maintaining of social or professional contacts in order to exchange information and support one another. The term 'Networking' is often used for this as well.
Für den beruflichen Aufstieg ist eine gute Vernetzung in der Branche von Vorteil.
For career advancement, good networking within the industry is an advantage.
The word is derived from 'das Netz' (the net/network). The prefix 'ver-' and the ending '-ung' describe the process of connecting something into a network. This can be a technical or a social network.
Die Vernetzung der verschiedenen Standorte war ein großes Projekt.
The networking of the various locations was a major project.
Whether technical or social connections are meant becomes clear from context. If people are talking about devices or systems, the technical meaning is meant. If it is about people and careers, the social meaning is meant.
Die Vernetzung der Haushaltsgeräte schreitet voran.
The networking of household appliances is progressing.
To describe what is being connected, German usually uses the preposition 'von' with the dative or the genitive. Both forms are correct and common.
Die Vernetzung von Wissenschaft und Wirtschaft wird gefördert.
The networking of science and business is being promoted.
connection / association
Verbindung can refer to a single technical connection between two devices. Vernetzung means that several devices or systems are connected in a network and can exchange data with one another. Verbindung fits two specific devices; Vernetzung is better for the network as a whole.
Die Vernetzung aller Geräte im Büro erleichtert den Datenaustausch.
Networking all the devices in the office makes data exchange easier.
Die Verbindung zwischen dem Laptop und dem Drucker ist unterbrochen.
The connection between the laptop and the printer has been interrupted.
