Peer to Peer Networks
- No dedicated server or hierarchy, also called a workgroup.
- Usually 10 or fewer workstations.
- Users act as their own administrator and security.
- Computers are in same general area.
- Limited growth.
Server Based Networks
- 10 or more users.
- Employs specialized servers.
- File and Print
- Application
- Mail
- Fax
- Communications (gateways)
- Central administration.
- Greater security.
- Centralized backup.
- Data Redundancy.
- Supports many users
Combination Networks
- Combines the features of both Peer to Peer and Server based networks
- Users can share resources among themselves as well as access server-based resources.
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