Hierarchical

From DictionGloss

hierarchical computer network - A computer network in which processing and control functions are performed at several levels by computers specially suited for the functions performed, such as industrial process control, inventory control, database control, or hospital automation.

hierarchical routing - Routing that is based on hierarchical addressing.

hierarchically synchronized network - A mutually synchronized network in which some clocks exert more control than others, the network operating frequency being a weighted mean of the natural frequencies of the population of clocks.