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Networking Your Business
1. Network Basics
A network is a way of connecting all the computers in your business together.
Even if you only have two computers, creating a network can still be worthwhile.
1.1 A network makes it easier to work together and share resources.
- You can share files and databases easily.
- All computers can access the internet and email.
- A single printer can be used by everyone.
- With a server, you can set up an intranet and allow employees to access company resources from outside the business.
1.2 You can build a network with or without a server.
- A server is a central computer used to store files and run the network..
- Introducing a server makes your network much more versatile.
- In general, if you have a small number of computers (five or fewer), a server is not required.
- You may benefit from a server if you have more computers or need to run centralised applications like a customer database.
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