1. The equipment needed for a home network A computer network is a network that lets more than one computer to exchange data.. A computer network is similar to a London underground map because it has stations and computers have different networks to pass data. The London underground lines state the network routers. What is a Computer Network? What is a LAN and WAN? A LAN( local area network) is a network of connected computers over a small area. It can be used in your home, schools or most offices. A WAN (wide area network) is used over a large area and is connected to lots of LAN’s. The largest example of a WAN is the internet. Why would a computer use LAN and WAN? This is because you might need an answer to your questions or you might want to surf the web. LAN and WAN accesses you to the internet because it is a network and networks need a connection for the computer to surf the web.

2. The Equipment needed for a home network Advantages and Disadvantages The Advantages are: When you need the printer, it saves money, files can be easily saved and shared with people/users you know, Internet and network users can use Instant messengers(e.g., Hotmail, Yahoo, MSN, Security is great which means users cannot see other peoples’ files. Data is easy to backup-If you accidentally deleted it, you can go to the bin software and bring it back. The Disadvantages are: Viruses can be spread just like diseases to other computer users by using the network. Hacking begins with some Wide Area Networks (WAN), buying Network Cables are expensive and file servers. Phishing and money loss can happen by persuaded websites( e.g., Win and iPhone 6c).

3. The equipment needed for a home network First things first when making a home network! You should test your network to make sure that all computers are connected correctly. Secondly, Set Up a Wireless Router or Access Point wizard. Notice that If your network is wireless(no wires to use), run the Set up a Wireless Router or Access Point wizard on the computer stuck to the router. Last but not least, your Home-Network is created! What equipment would you use? You can use Network Adapters: They connect computers to a network where they can communicate (e.g. Instant Messenger) This can connect to your USB In your computer.

4. Pictured Equipment's This is what you need for a home network: The web, the computer, laptop phone and especially wireless networks.