Computer Science - Computer Networks

Question 1

What is a computer network?

Answer 1

A computer network is formed when 2 or more computers and devices are linked together so that they can communicate and share resources

Question 2

What are some advantages of a computer network?

Answer 2

Computers can share peripheral devices, such as printers and scanners
Data can be exchanged between computers directly
Files can be backed up centrally
Software updates and security can be managed centrally.
Access to files and resources can be controlled by different users
User activity can be monitored

Question 3

What are some disadvantages of a computer network?

Answer 3

Additional hardware is required
Larger networks will need to be overseen by network manager
Malware can spread quickly within a network
A hacker could gain access to several computers
If a central file server goes down no one will be able to access their files