Network

Network

1. hardware

   • router
     • so all of the devices can connect to a central point in a local area network.
   • switch
     • it can connect to other switches and routers to build large local area network
   • Ethernet cable
     • they allow high data transfer speeds across your local area network of up to 1000Mbps.
   • Network interface card
     • the card will connect your device to a switch , router or a wireless access point.

2. connection types

   • wifi
     • advantage
       • good for connecting portable devices to a LAN
     • dissadvantage
       • it has a short range and it works badly through thick walls