• Advantages of LAN, Types, and Benefits of Using Local Area Network.

    A local area network or LAN is an effective way to establish communication between a number of computers to a single access line. In this case, such an access point is a device it can be a network adapter, router, or modem. Therefore, a local network (LAN) can support the following connecting options for accessing the Internet:

    1. wired; (ethernet cables)
    2. wireless (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPRS).

    What does a local network give you?

    Users can directly exchange data through the LAN. All these functions are carried out at high speed. At the same time, such a network includes a special catalog of objects that can be freely downloaded from partners.

    It is worth noting that we carefully observe the direct operation of the created local network, constantly update the corresponding software, and also terminate the problems that have arisen.

     

    Local networks are very suitable for organizing the work of modern business structures. In Such an information exchange system, office employees can more clearly and efficiently perform their tasks. Thus, local area networks can very effectively solve the following problems:

    • creation of optimal conditions for the functioning of companies and enterprises;
    • unimpeded Internet connection not only for several individual users but also for the entire city;

    The local network creation process

    First of all, the engineers define the tasks that the proposed autonomous network will solve. Next, a structural diagram of the future network is being developed. In this case, the following important points are taken into account:

    • the possibility of using the created network in conjunction with other electronic systems;
    • the possibility of increasing the number of workstations.

    The next step is the direct installation of the appropriate equipment and its connection into a single functional system. After that, our specialists put the created system into operation and configure it.

    The advantages of local networks

     

    Taking into account all the features and characteristics of a local network, the following advantages of its direct operation can be distinguished:

    • systematization and the most convenient distribution of information that is stored in the user's computer;
    • prompt access to a fairly large amount of data;
    • It can use with ethernet cables for Internet access;
    • unhindered access to shared devices and programs that are included in a specific local network;
    • reliable protection of information stored in the combined terminals.

    Software engineers have extensive experience and all the necessary knowledge to create a high-quality local area network and ensure its reliable operation. In addition, we provide professional maintenance of autonomous networks by performing the following actions:

    • work with active network equipment;
    • setting up unhindered access to the Internet and networks owned by information service providers;
    • creating and configuring channels that connect offices and branches;
    • setting up remote access via VPN;
    • organization of network security.

    Types of local networks

    There are two types of LAN connection. Make sure to know that LAN is different from MAN and WAN. These differ by factors like area covered, cost, uses, and features.

     

    There are two models of local area networks: Peer-to-peer networks and Client-server network. Let's start by explaining the first term.

     

    1. In a peer-to-peer, all information is distributed among devices. Any user can change file permissions. The computers themselves are the workstations. Provides full access to any network user to any resources and device files.

     

    Pros:

    • This type is easy to implement and affordable on a small budget. 
    • Connect up to 20 computers and other devices (possibly more). 

    Cons:

    • Many devices - low performance (For old devices and software). 
    • Lack of a unified information base. 
    • Low security. 
    • Dependence of information on the state of the computer, that is, if the server or device is turned off, then the information will not be accessible. 

    2. Client-server networks have only one host computer, the server. It stores information and processes it.

    Server types:

    • Universal server - for simple tasks, data processing in a local network.
    • Application Server - execution of application processes. 
    • Mail server - replies to requests sent by e-mail.
    • Proxy server - connecting a local network to the Internet (VPN).
    • Database Server - Processing queries sent to the database.
    • File Server - resource allocation and file access.

    Pros:

    • good performance; 
    • unified information base; 
    • advanced security system.

    Cons:

    • cost
    • needs qualified personnel for service. 
    Thanks for reading the article. I hope you got what is LAN and the advantages of the Local Area Network along with the Pros and cons.