An introduction to computer networks

Questions:
1. Describe what a computer network is.

A computer network is a group of computers that use a set of common

communication protocols over digital interconnections for the purpose of sharing
resources

2. Find an image that shows a picture example of a network and paste it into the space below:

3. What are computers that are not linked to a network described as?

There are two types of network, Home/School network and huge network. The
Computers not connected to a network are known as 'stand-alone' computers.
4. List 3 ways that can be used to connect computers to a network.

 Local Area Network (LAN)

 Wireless Area Network (WAN)
 via client servers and Bluetooth

5. List 3 reasons why it is beneficial to create networks.

 Strengthen business connections.

 Data can be backed up
 Gain different prespectives through social networking sites
6. Describe 4 advantages and 4 disadvantages of connecting computers to a network:

Advantages of networks Disadvantages of networks

Data can be backed up If the part of the network brokes up whole
data will be lost
Share data Virus and Malware can corupt the data
Accesss data from any other computer Lack of Independence
Gain different prespectives through social Needs an Efficient Handler
networking sites

7. Describe 3 advantages and 3 disadvantages of connecting computers to the internet:

Advantages of connecting Disadvantages of connecting

computers to the internet computers to the internet
Access data from anywhere The internet might contain virus
Use online app Lack of privicy
Gain vast knowledge The computer might get hacked