networks

networks

1. disadvantages

   • they are really expensive
   • a virus can affect all the computers
   • perfessionals have to set it up

2. types

   • WAN
     • wide area network
   • LAN
     • local area network

3. advantages

   • consistent user experience
   • files available every computer
   • internet anywhere

4. disadvantages

   • expensive
   • more room for error
   • viruses can be spread

5. typology

   • advantages
     • cheap to install
       • less wires
   • disadvantages
     • depends on a switch
     • very expensive

6. topology

   • star
     • most commonly used

7. you can log onto your account on any computer

8. ip address

   • internet protocal address
   • have a range between 0.0.0.0 to 255.255.255.255
   • houses and buissnesses run their own mini network inside an ip address
   • unique addresses are assigned to buissnesses