network

network

1. local area network

   • ways to connect to a lan
     • wifi
       • wireless connection
       • disadvantaes
         • not a very strong connection
         • very slow
         • costs a lot to set up
       • advantages
         • no wires or cables
         • faster data transfer speed
         • can be used for portable devices
     • ethernet
       • wired connection
       • disadvantages
         • wires getting in the way
         • the cableing costs a lot more money compared to wifi
       • advantages
         • very strong connection
           • longer range
           • cam be more secure
           • can connect more devices at once
         • low signal loss
           • light weight
             • high speed
   • hardware needed
     • ethernet cable
       • router
         • connects all the devices together
         • switch
           • wireless acsess point
             • network interface card
               • a circuit board or card that is installed in a computer so that it can be connected to a network
             • a device that creates a wireless local area network
       • a wired connection to the router / switch
   • devices connected over a small geographical area
   • advantages
     • stronger connection
     • you can share priprials
     • can send emails between computer

2. wireless personal area network

   • pairing periperal devices to a computer system over a short range
     • advantages
   • ways to connect to a wpan