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NETWORKS
Network types
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Define
 local area network (LAN)
Objectives  wireless local area
network (WLAN)
 wide area network (WAN).
 LANs are usually within one building or 3

geographically near each other. A typical LAN will


consist of a number of computers and devices
(for example, printers) which will be connected to
hubs or switches.
 One of the hubs or switches will usually be
connected to a router to allow the LAN to connect
Local Area to external networks, such as the internet.
Network
(LAN)
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 They allow the sharing of resources such as


hardware (e.g. printers and scanners) and
software (e.g. word processors and photo
editing software)
 They permit easy communication between
users of the LAN (e.g. by using simple text
Advantages messaging between computers on the
of LAN network)
 They use a network administrator that
ensures security and use of the LAN is
constantly monitored (e.g. the administrator
can maintain passwords and also monitor
data traffic within the network).
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 Easier spread of viruses throughout


the whole network
 Queues for shared resources (such
as a printer) which can be
frustrating slower access to external
Disadvantag networks
 Increased security risk when
es of LAN compared to stand-alone computers
 If the main server breaks down, in
many types of network structures,
the network will no longer function
properly.
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 Wireless LANs (WLANs) are similar to


LANs, but there are no wires or cables. In
other words, they provide wireless
network communications over fairly short

Wireless distances using radio or infrared signals


instead of using cables.
local area
network
(WLAN)

Wireless LAN set-up


Wireless networking Wired networking
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It is easier to expand the Using cables produces a more


networks and it is not reliable and stable network;
necessary to connect the wireless connectivity is often
devices using cables subject to interference

This gives devices increased Data transfer rates tend to be


Wired mobility, as long as they are
within range of the APs
faster and there will not be
any ‘dead spots’
versus
wireless No cabling, so there is a
safety improvement and
increased flexibility

There is an increased chance Setting up cabled networks


of interference from external tends to be cheaper overall in
sources spite of the need to buy and
install cable
Wireless networking Wired networking 8

Data is less secure than with However, cabled networks


wired systems; it is easier to lose the ability for devices to
intercept radio waves and be mobile; they must be
microwaves than cables; it is close enough to allow for
essential to protect data cable connections
transmissions using
encryption
Wired
versus Data transmission rate is still Having lots of wires can lead
slower than for cabled to a number of hazards, such
wireless networks although it
continues to improve
as tripping hazards,
overheating of connections
(leading to potential fire risk)
It is possible for signals to be and disconnection of cables
stopped by thick walls (for during routine office cleaning
example, in old houses) and
there may be areas of
variable signal strength
leading to ‘drop out’
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 Wide area networks (WANs) are used


where computers or networks are
situated a long distance from each other
geographically
 for example, in a different city or country
Wide area  A number of LANs are joined together
networks using a router, then they can form a
(WANs WAN.
 The network of ATMs (automated teller
machines) used by banks is one of the
most common examples of the use of a
WAN.

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