computer networks

Question 1

what is a network?

Answer 1

two or more computers connected together to communicate a share resources

Question 2

what are the shared resources?

Answer 2

1. files usig a file server
2. internet connection
3. printer
4. database using a database servr
5. webserver

Question 3

what are the types of networks?

Answer 3

1. local aarea network
2. wide area network
3. metroploitan network
4. personal area network
5. mobile networks
6. intranets
7. extranents

Question 4

what is a local area network?

Answer 4

a LAN is two or more devices connected together in a small geographical area; school, offices, supermarkets, homes

Question 5

what are some advantages of LAN

Answer 5

1. easy to set up
2. computers can be manages remotely
3. enables communication among connected devices

Question 6

what are some disadvantages of LAN?

Answer 6

1. expensive to implement for large companies
2. difficult to maintain cables

Question 7

what is a wide area network?