Networks

Networks

1. Network types

   • WAN
     • Networks that are connected together over a large geographical area.
   • LAN
     • Devices that are connected over a small geographical are
   • WPAN

2. Keywords

   • Security
   • Peripheral
   • Range
   • Data Transfer Speed

3. Hardware

   • Router
     • The router is needed so all the devices are connected to a central point in a local area network.

4. connection types

   • WI-FI
     • LAN / WAN / WPAN
     • advantages
       • Good for connecting portable devices to a LAN.
       • can easily be hacked by unauthorised users
     • disadvantages
   • bluetooth
   • ethernet
   • GPRS