What is a computer network?
It is a method of connecting two or more computer systems
together including printers and other devices.
Why network?
The benefits of networking are considerable, even on a network of
only three systems. Here are a few of them...
- Any printer can be used by any computer on the network.
As an example, rather than invest in three low quality printers, you can
install one high quality laser printer for less cost and share it among
all the
 systems.
- Any computer can access the data on any other computer. For
example, one common database for client or financial
information can be shared and remain consistent and secure.
- All the networked computers can access e-mail and the Internet with one
connection.
- Backups of critical data can be made to one central location from all the
computers ensuring consistency and data integrity.
- You can access the networked computers from remote locations as though you
sitting in front of the computer itself.
These just "scratch the surface" of networking benefits.
If you are already using a computer(s) in your business, you owe it to yourself to
investigate the benefits of networking.
There are many different
types of networking, here are a few variations:
Peer to Peer - inexpensive, fast and used for smaller
networks to obtain most of the benefits of larger simple networks; some of
them are AppleTalk, Windows 95/98 and Linux.
Client/Server - Very powerful configuration for
larger network schemes allowing for central administration, remote access
control, web and e-mail servers and so forth; some of them are Novell
Netware, WindowsNT Server, Linux and IBM.
Design - Installation -
Support - Service - Upgrades/Conversions
Design - There are many factors to consider when designing a
computer network. We will consider them all with cost and performance
overriding technical preferences.
Installation - We use Windows95/98/2000/XP and hubs, routers and network
components are selected based on suitability and cost for your network
application.
Support - It used to work ok but now it doesn't? If we
installed it, we'll fix it. If we didn't, we'll try to fix it.
Service - Visit our service page at
Service Plans.
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Why Network?
Increase
productivity
A network increases
your productivity by providing quick and more convenient access to the information you
need. No more running around trading floppy disks, waiting to print on someone else's
printer or having to use another computer to access a database.
Reduce
office equipment and communications costs
By
exchanging and storing information electronically, your paper, postage and delivery costs
are reduced. When one Internet connection is shared, and one fax modem is shared as well
as printers - the need to purchase additional office equipment and telecommunication
services is eliminated.
Backup
and protect your data
Networks
enable you to easily backup and protect the important information you rely on every day.
By centrally storing information, your data is safe and secure.
Communicate better
By
creating a central database of client and contact information, everyone in your office
stays up to date with the most current information and status.
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