networks

networks

1. hardware

   • router
     • all the house hold devises can then concet to the internet
   • switch
     • so then they can all connect to a lan
   • Ethernet cable
     • so then you can connect directly to the router
     • disadvantages
       • that you cant move around freely you just have to stay in one place
     • advantages
       • because then you will have an untruptierd connection
   • network interference card
     • any device that has Wi-Fi has one of these
   • wireless access point
     • this like a Wi-Fi extender
     • advntages
       • because then you can use it anywhere in the house
     • disadvantege
       • because the thing is not as strong or safe
   • server
     • this a powerful computer that controls the network
   • modem
     • is used to connect you to a wide area network
   • peripherals
     • these are any devise witch connect to your computer system

2. advantages

3. connection types

   • wifi
   • Ethernet
     • disadvantage
     • positives
       • stronger connection and less likely to be hacked
   • WPAN
     • this is what we use for Bluetooth uses
     • to use it you have to have mobile data
       • from that you have connection to a GPRS
     • ADVANTGES
     • DISTAGVANGES

4. LAN or local area network

   • devices connected over small geographical area
     • e.g. Bluetooth or apple drop