Wired and Wireless Networks

Wired and Wireless Networks

1. Client-Server Network

   • Uses a server to control access and security
     • Stores backup of data
     • Controls access to internet
     • Manages services such as gmail
   • Advantages
     • Easier to take backups
     • Easier to install software updates for all computers
   • Disadvantages
     • Expensive to make and manage

2. Peer-to-Peer Networks

   • Doesn't have a server
     • Other computers are titled'Peers'
       • All responsible for backups
         • Responsible for printing
         • Responsible for security
   • Advantages
     • Easy to maintain
     • Cheap to set up
     • No dependancy on 1 computer
   • Disadvantages
     • Network is less secure
     • Users need to manage their own backups

3. Factors that affect the performance of networks