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ICT 6

IT FUNDAMENTALS
NETWORKING

- consists of computers
connected to each other
to share resources.
Resources that a Network can share:
1. Files
2. Mails
3. Movies
4. Documents using a printer
5. Documents using a scanner
6. Documents using a Fax machine
7. Videos
8. Communication details
Advantages of Networking
•Ability to share information (or data)
•To share hardware and software
•To centralize administration and
support.
Types of Network:
1. LAN(Local Area Network) – is a network that serves a limited area. It is
being used in home, school or office locations.
2. WAN(Wide Area Network) – is a network that covers more than one location.

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