Networks

Networks

1. LAN

   • Hardware
     • Phone Line
       • Provides An Internet Connection
     • Router
       • Provides A WiFi Connection
     • Switch
       • Provides A Separate Connection
     • Ethernet Cable
       • Used On A Wired Network
         • (For stronger connection)
     • Network Adaptor
       • Provides A Network Connection
     • Network Cards
       • Allows Connection To A Network
     • Ethernet Hub
       • Connects Multiple Devices
   • Connection Methods
     • Ethernet
       • Advantages
         • Can Be Extended
       • Disadvantages
     • WiFi
     • Bluetooth
     • GPRS

2. WPAN

   • Connection Method
     • Bluetooth
   • Advantages
     • Portable
     • Secure File Transfer
     • Synchronises Data
   • Disadvantages
   • Created By:
     • Pairing two devices over a small distance

3. WAN

   • A network spread over a large geographical area where the users do not own all of the hardware.