Networks

Networks

1. LAN (Local Area Network)

   • Hardware needed
     • Wireless access point
     • Network Interface Card
     • Ethernet Cable
     • Router
     • Switch
   • Devices that are connected over a small geographical area.
   • Advantages
   • Ways to connect to a LAN
     • Ethernet
       • Wired connection
       • Disadvantages
         • Expensive
         • Not portable.
       • Advantages
         • Highest data transfer speed.
         • Longest range.
     • WiFi
       • Wireless connection
       • Disadvantages
         • Slower data transfer speed.
         • Shortest range.
       • Advantages
         • Cost effective (Good value for money) because it's free you just need to buy a router.
         • Portable

2. WAN (Wired Area network)

   • Ways to connect to a WAN
   • A collection of networks are connected over a large geographical area (e.g. The Internet)
   • Advantages
   • Hardware needed
     • Router
     • Modem
     • Telephone cable