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- Created by: hattie townsend
- Created on: 07-03-16 17:21
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- Networks
- What is it?
- A computer network is a system of computers linked together. There are two main types of network. LAN (Local Area) and WAN (Wide Area)
- LAN - All on one site and computers connected via cables
- WAN - connects large no. of computers over a long distance. Connected using communication lines.
- Advantages and disadvantages of business using the internet
- Available 24/7, Promotes business, global sales potential, physical premises not required, buy stock online, advertisement, avoid loosing sales
- Hackers, Have to keep updating the website, global competition, internet not always reliable, digital divide, sometimes the internet is slow
- Disadvantages and Advantages of LAN
- Expensive, cable failure can affect all computers, printing can be slowed, effect of viruses, regular backup of all files is needed
- Sharing of hardware, programs, disk drive, same files, databases, users can access work from any computer, easy to back up
- Why is a website useful and effective?
- Businesses can advertise services, interact with other businesses, search option, contact details, regularly updated, offers
- What is it?
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