networks

networks

1. advantages

   • work faster / quicker
   • saves resources
   • files are available on every computer
   • you can log onto any computer with the same e-mail

2. disadvantages

   • there is an increased risk
     • might take longer tho set up
       • could be expensive to run

3. types of networks

   • lan this stands for local area network and its when a network is in a small area or a single orginisation
     • wan this stands for wide area network and its a network that spans a large area or multiple organisations

4. topology

   • bus
     • advantages
       • cheap to install
     • disadvantages
       • high chance of failure
       • lots of collisions
       • slows down when you add more computers
   • star
     • advantages
       • low chance of failure
       • no collisions ( fast )
       • disadvantages
         • expensive
         • depends on a switch
   • ring