1. Types of Networks

What is a network:

network is a group of computers or devices connected together.​

This allows them to communicate with each other and share information.​


Before Computers

Prior to digital computers, we communicated with each other to share information by other means:


LAN and WAN

Most networks can be categorised as being either a LAN or a WAN. Both types have distinct differences:


LAN and WAN Networks

Networks drive modern society – Online banking, Streaming services, Home networks, Work networks…


Advantages of Using a network:

Below are some examples of why we utilise networks so widely:


Disadvantages of Using a network:

As with most things – the advantages dont come without disadvantages: