Networking

Networking

1. Client/Server

2. Cloud

   • Online Storage

3. WAN

   • Connect computers over large distances ( Cities/Towns )
   • The Internet is a WAN

4. Peer-Peer

5. Server

   • File

6. LAN

   • Communication
   • Share resources
   • Connects computers in small areas/buildings

7. Standalone

8. Connection

   • Wireless
     • Advantages
       • No Cables
       • Portable
       • Guest access capability
     • Slower
     • WiFi
     • Vulnerable
     • Disadvantage
       • Security
       • Transfer Speeds slow
       • Legal issues
   • Wired
     • Cables
       • Fibre
       • Twisted Pair
     • Advantages
       • Faster transfer speed
       • Hardware is cheaper
     • Disadvantages
       • Portability
       • Expandability