Networks

Networks

1. Advantages

   • Hardware (Peripheral devices) can be shared.
   • Software can be shared.
   • Data can be shared.
   • Networked computers can communicate.
   • Networked computers can be centrally controlled by a network manager.
   • Files stored on a server allow for easier back-up schedules than if the files were stored on multiple computers.

2. Disadvantages

   • The cost of cabling can be high.+