Networks

Networks

1. Types of networks

   • LAN
     • Local Area Network-a Network in a small are or single organisation
   • WAN
     • Wide Area Network- a Network that spans a large area or multiple organisations.

2. Advantages

   • Share and use logins on every computer
   • Share resources, such as printers and internet connection
   • Save files and open them no matter what computer you use

3. Disavantages

   • Networks are expensive to set up
   • Expertise are needed to set up and maintain a network
   • Problems such as viruses can affect every computer on the network