Network

Network

1. Hardware

   • Router
     • LAN
     • You can share resources such as your internet connection, printers and files across different devices.
   • switch
     • LAN
     • Switches can connect to other switches, routers build large local area networks
   • Ethernet Cable
     • You can connect your device to a router, switch or another computer.
     • High data transfer speeds across local area network of up to 1000Mbps.
   • Network interface card
     • Any device that connects to a LAN or a WAN must have a network interface card.
     • The card will connect your device to a switch, router or a wireless access point.

2. Advantages of using a network

   • You can share things like files.
   • You can share internet connections and devices
   • You can communicate and use a roaming profile.

3. Disadvantages of using a network

   • You have to rely on networked resources
   • Hardware cost more
   • Risks of viruses and hacking