networks

networks

1. LAN

   • it stands for local area network.
     • Advantages
       • when you are in your local area you automatically sign in
         • It is able to be used only in your local area not anywhere else
       • its wireless
   • Disadvantages
     • it is slower.
       • need permission to get onto it
         • password as well
     • takes a while to reload if it goes off.

2. cabling

   • costs money to have it placed
   • makes the WIFI connection better.
     • but shorter range.
   • Ethernet
     • can't be used for some portable devices
     • faster data transfer
     • can be more secure

3. Wifi

   • Longer range
   • slower data transfer speed
   • can be used for portable devices
   • can connect more devices
   • can be less secure if not encrypted

4. WPANS

   • stands for wireless personal area network
   • It is your personal network for your specific hub.
   • it is wireless which means that you don't have any cables around keeping it in

5. WAN

   • It stands for wide area network
   • It can be accessed by anyone with the owners consent.
   • It is able to be

6. connection types

   • WIFI
     • Disadvantages
       • Can be less secure if not encrypted
       • Sorter range
       • Slower data transfer speed
     • Advantages
       • Can be used for portable devices
       • Can connect more devices
   • Ethernet
     • Disadvantages
       • Cabling costs money
       • Can't be used for some portable devices
     • Advantages
       • Longer range
       • Can be more secure
       • Faster data transfer speed
   • GPRS
     • Advantages
       • Available in remote places
       • Communication between GPRS is cheaper than the GMS network.
     • Disadvantages
       • Not able to troubleshoot in case of issues.
       • Congestion can cause slower data transfer speed.
   • Bluetooth
     • Advantages
       • It avoids interference from other wireless devices
       • It has lower power consumption
       • It is easily upgradeable
     • Disadvantages
       • Can lose connection in certain conditions.
       • Has a low bandwidth compared to wifi
       • Has a very short range between devices.