Networks

Networks

1. WAN

   • Wide area network
   • Across a town or city
   • The largest WAN in existence is the internet.

2. Peer to peer

   • No need for a network operating system
   • No expensive server is needed because individual workstations are used to access the files
   • Easier to set up than client server
   • If one computer fails it will not disrupt any other part of the network.

3. Client server

   • All files stored in central location
   • Backups and network security is controlled centrally
   • Network peripherals are controlled centrally
   • Users can access shared data which is centrally controlled

4. LAN

   • Local area network
   • Usually in a building like a school or office