networks

networks

1. LAN- local area network

   • contained in a single location or organisation.

2. WAN-wide area network

   • spans a wide area or multiple organisations
     • often consists of multiple LANS

3. advantages

   • everything you saved will be on all of the computers
     • you can access files from any computer

4. disadvantages

   • other people could access your information
   • expensive
     • more room for error
       • viruses could spread