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Computer networking provides several advantages such as allowing easy document sharing between users, expediting resource sharing for large companies, and having affordable installation and maintenance costs. However, it also presents disadvantages like security difficulties from illegal activities, risks of viruses and malware infecting connected computers, and the potential for users to become too dependent on computer networks and lose independence in their work. The document discusses these pros and cons of computer networking by citing references that explore related topics such as intrusion detection, web security, and e-learning systems.

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Computer Networking 1

Computer networking provides several advantages such as allowing easy document sharing between users, expediting resource sharing for large companies, and having affordable installation and maintenance costs. However, it also presents disadvantages like security difficulties from illegal activities, risks of viruses and malware infecting connected computers, and the potential for users to become too dependent on computer networks and lose independence in their work. The document discusses these pros and cons of computer networking by citing references that explore related topics such as intrusion detection, web security, and e-learning systems.

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RUNNING HEAD: COMPUTER NETWORKING.

COMPUTER NETWORKING,
STUDENTS NAME,
PROFESSORS NAME,
COURSE TITLE,
DATE.

COMPUTER NETWORKING
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Advantages of Computer Networking.


Allows Document Sharing.
According to Garcia & Diaz (2009), computer networking makes it easier for people to obtain
their files. This helps people save time as they are able to share significant files that they may
require to share successfully and accordingly with others.
Provides Expedient Resource Sharing.
This is an advantage that one obtains when accessing computer networking. This is significant
especially for the ones in large companies since they are in need of great production of resources
which is to be divided to all individuals. Since this work is computer based, the user will have
the assurance of the resources that they wish to give the individuals would be fully shared if
connected to the same network that the user is using.
Affordable Systems.
Installing the software of computer networking in your device is inexpensive because the user is
given the assurance of the softwares durability and its effectiveness in sharing information to
those they need to. The software is simple and it lasts long therefore, no need to change it
regularly.
Pliable to Use
Computer networking gives the user an opportunity to explore the software leaving its functions
intact. The user will be privy to necessary information.
The software increases in memory capacity.
While sharing documents and resources with others, the user should ensure all files and data in
the system are stored properly. Computer networking gives the user the assurance that files
would properly be stored depending on the files that are saved.

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Disadvantages of Computer Networking.


Security Difficulties.
Computer networking is widely used in sharing resources and files posing risk to ones security.
Illegal activities might occur so the user should always be alert. Gabriel, (2007).
Presence of Virus in the Computer and any Other Malware.
The user should have the gadget and the files stored checked regularly because they may be
destroyed and corrupt by the viruses.
No Independence.
Computer networking being a process done through computers, many people rely more on
computer work instead of putting effort on their works. Computer networking always grants the
user fast and expedient way of sharing information to others. However, people need not to
always depend on the system regardless of the advantages it brings in order to prevent flaws and
any other malfunctions in the system.

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References
G. Maci-Fernndez (2007), intrusion detection and response systems, web security and secure
protocols design.
P. Garca-Teodoro, & J. Daz-Verdejo, (2009) computer and network security,
telematics application and e-learning systems.

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