Networks

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  • Networks
    • Peer to peer networks
      • In a peer to peer network resources are shared among equals. The network doesn't use an operating system only a hub which connects the devices
      • Advantages- Cheaper to set up than client-server.
      • Disadvantage- Security risks due to wireless connection
    • Client-server networks
      • Used in larger organisations and is server based. The server is a complex machine which uses an operating system to manage complex access rights for different computers.
        • The server is connected to network switches which connect devices and have a higher performance than a hub
      • Advantages- Backed up centrally, cheap and easy to replace
      • Disadvantage- Physical damage to server ruins network, traffic may slow down network

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