Linear Network:
If the characteristics, parameter such as resistances, capacitances, inductances etc. remain constant irrespective of changes in temperature, time, voltage etc. then the circuit or network is called Linear network.
Non-Linear Network:
If the parameters of a network change their values with change in voltage, temperature, time etc. then the network is called as Non-Linear Network
Bilateral Network:
If the magnitude of current flowing through a circuit element is not affected when the polarity of the applied voltage is changed, then the element is known as a bilateral element. The bi lateral elements offer the same impedance in both directions. A resistors is a bilateral element. A network comprising of one or more number of bilateral elements is known as a bilateral network.
Unilateral networks:
If the characteristics, response or behavior of a network is dependent on the direction of current through its elements in it, then the network is called as a unilateral network.