Use of Network

Why use network?

Using a computer connected to a network allows us to…

• Easily share files and data
• Share resources such as printers and Internet connections
• Communicate with other network users (e-mail, instant messaging, video-conferencing, etc.)
• Store data centrally (using a file server) for ease of access and back-up
• Keep all of our settings centrally so we can use any workstation

In particular, if we use a computer connected to The Internet, we can…

• Make use of on-line services such as shopping (e-commerce) orbanking
• Get access to a huge range of information for research
• Access different forms of entertainment (games, video, etc.)
• Join on-line communities (e.g. MySpace, Facebook, etc.)