Network Elements - Network+ Certification Tutorial
Peer-to-Peer Networking: shared resources from workstation to workstation. Does not require a central server to provide communication between workstations, each workstation provides security and transfer information. Easy to implement, inexpensive. Hard to maintain security, good only for small numbers of workstations.
Server-based Networking: A central server with a Network Operating System. Requires separate hardware and operating system. Expensive, usually needs trained individuals to operate. Fast, easily expandable, management tools.Network Equipment:
Cable: provides the pathway for network communication. Examples include fiber optic, coaxial, shielded twisted pair.
Network Interface Card (NIC): circuit card that fits inside the computer and connects with wiring to the network. Software drivers on the computer allow communication through the NIC.
Router: device which connects different topologies with the same protocol.
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