What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
subnet
Example
The company's IT department created a subnet for the accounting department to improve network security. [subnet: noun]
Example
We need to subnet the network to accommodate the growing number of devices. [subnet: verb]
subnetwork
Example
The subnetwork in the research lab operates independently from the main network. [subnetwork: noun]
Example
We need to configure the subnetwork to allow for remote access. [subnetwork: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Subnet is more commonly used than subnetwork in technical and IT contexts.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between subnet and subnetwork?
Both subnet and subnetwork are technical terms and are appropriate for formal contexts.
