Types of Network

Question 1

Name 3 advantages of using a network.

Answer 1

File sharing
Can share printers and internet connection
File access from any computer network
Servers can control updates and security for all devices
Easy to communicate with people on network

Question 2

Name 3 disadvantages of a network.

Answer 2

Malware spreads easily
Increased security risk
Computers may not work if the server goes offline
Computers on the network may be slow if there is lots of data travelling through the network at a time (such as most of the Highfields computers)
Can be dependent on the network for resources
Networks can be expensive
Can be hacked to steal data such as bank details and personal information
Takes lots of hardware to run

Question 3

What is a LAN?

Answer 3

A network that covers a small geographical area.

Question 4

What is a WAN?

Answer 4

A network that covers a large geographical area