计算机英语(Chapter 5 LANs AND WANs).pptVIP

Section D Using LAN What are advantages of LAN? - LANs enable people to work together. - Sharing networked software can reduce costs - Sharing data on LANs increase productivity. - Sharing networked hardware can reduce costs What is file server? A file server is a computer whose primary purpose is to be a repository for files that can be accessed by other workstations. In many home networks, files are stored in workstation share fold rather than a file server. Another reason for using share server is backup. Can I set up a printer for network access? There are three ways to share a printer over network What do you do if the LAN’s stop working? Describe the characteristics of PANs, NANs, MANs and WANs. Diagram the five most common network topology. List the types of cables and other links used by data communication network. Make list of network devices and explain the role of each one. Section A Network Building Blocks What is the purpose of network? In the early years , most computers is function as standalone units. A network allows data transmission between computers. Additionally, a computer network makes it possible to share software application and hardware devices. How are computer networks classified? Networks can be classified according to size and geographic scope. - PAN (Personal Area Networks) - NAN (Neighborhood Area Networks) - LAN (Local Area Networks) - MAN (Metropolitan Area Networks) - WAN (Wide Area Networks) What is the difference between a network client and a server? Network devices can function as clients and servers, A server is a computer that provides services for clients. Can a network function without server? Networks do not require servers. Files and applications can be shared among workstations operating in peer to peer mode. How are the devices on a LAN physically connected? The arrangement of devices refers to physical topology. What connect the nodes of a network? Data tr