数据与计机通信15.pptVIP

15.1 LAN Applications (1) Personal computer LANs Low cost Limited data rate Back end networks Interconnecting large systems (mainframes and large storage devices) High data rate High speed interface Distributed access Limited distance Limited number of devices LAN Applications (2) Storage Area Networks Separate network handling storage needs Detaches storage tasks from specific servers Shared storage facility across high-speed network Hard disks, tape libraries, CD arrays Improved client-server storage access Direct storage to storage communication for backup High speed office networks Deskto