A sorting network is a specialized hardware or algorithmic structure designed to sort a sequence of numbers efficiently. It consists of a series of comparators that compare and swap pairs of elements, ensuring that the final output is in a sorted order. Sorting networks are particularly useful in parallel computing, where multiple comparisons can be made simultaneously. One of the most well-known sorting networks is the Bitonic Sorter, which sorts numbers in a specific pattern and is efficient for parallel processing. Other examples include the Odd-Even Mergesort and Batcher’s Odd-Even Mergesort. These networks are often analyzed for their performance in terms of speed and resource usage.