B2 Networks
The concepts and implications for individuals and organisations of connecting devices to form
a network.
• The features, use and purpose of different networks:
o personal area network (PAN)
o local area network (LAN)
o wide area network (WAN)
o virtual private network (VPN).
• Factors affecting the choice of network:
o user experience – ease of use, performance, availability, accessibility
o user needs
o specifications
o connectivity
o cost
o efficiency
o compatibility
o implementation: timescales, testing, downtime
o productivity
o security.
• How the features of a network and its component parts affect the performance of an
IT system.
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