Computer networks

Computer networks

1. Advantages

   • You can share files with other computers in the network.
   • You can log on to anyone in the network.
   • You can use your files all round the school or work place.
   • It is easy to install programs on to many computers at a time
   • You can easily back up your data.

2. Disadvantages

   • If one computer gets a virus then it can easily spread.
   • If the network goes down then you can't use any of the computers.
   • If there is a lot of people on the network then it can be very slow.
   • If something goes wrong then you need some expertise or you have to pay someone that does.

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