Communication Networks:

Activities:

1. A communications network is a set of products, concepts and servers that

enable the connection of computer systems. Their purpose is to transmit
data in a variety of forms between the systems.

2. Node is each device on the network.

3. The three advantages of setting up a network are:

• Ability to share peripheral devices.

• Central administration of application programs and other software.

• Sharing a single internet connection.

4. The disadvantages of setting up a network are:

• Cost of installation.

• Administration and maintenance.

• Equipment failure.

• Security.

5. Networks can be classified as either client-server or peer-to-peer

networks. A client-server network is based on a central server or servers
with many clients. Usually the server stores user files and data,
authenticates users and provides other services such as printing and data
backup. Networks that operate without a central server are peer-to-peer
networks. All nodes on the network have equal status. Essentially, the
computers are connected either directly to each other or through a hub or
switch.

6. The internet could be called the world’s largest communications network

because everyone uses the internet. They use it because it’s so easy and
quick.

7.

Switch Master

Server

Clients Nodes