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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.
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
'die Verbindung' and 'die Vernetzung' can both mean that people, groups, or devices are in contact with one another. 'Verbindung' often means a single concrete connection, for example between two devices or two people. 'Vernetzung' is more about an entire network of several connections, or the building of such contacts. The word is especially suitable when many points communicate or work together. Learners may confuse the words because both have to do with contact and exchange. Remember: a 'Verbindung' can be a single link; 'Vernetzung' is more like the whole network or the process of creating it.
Die Vernetzung der verschiedenen Büros macht die Zusammenarbeit schneller.
The networking of the different offices makes collaboration faster.
Bei der Videokonferenz war die Verbindung plötzlich sehr schlecht.
During the video conference, the connection suddenly became very poor.