Uses of Networks (Grade 10 NSC Matric Computer Application Technology): Flashcards
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4 main categories of network uses
4 main categories of network uses
Sharing resources, connecting people, organising info, entertainment
Internet users: 2000 vs 2015
Internet users: 2000 vs 2015
738 million (2000) to 3.2 billion (2015)
Cloud computing definition
Cloud computing definition
Accessing & storing info on internet servers vs local drives
Hardware sharing main benefit
Hardware sharing main benefit
Reduces costs significantly while ensuring access for all
Google Maps: countries covered
Google Maps: countries covered
Over 240 countries
4 network communication methods
4 network communication methods
Email, video calling, social networks, instant messaging
Advantage: shared hardware access
Advantage: shared hardware access
Multiple users access devices like printers simultaneously
Disadvantage: online crime risks
Disadvantage: online crime risks
Identity theft, credit card fraud, scams targeting personal info
Disadvantage: virus transmission
Disadvantage: virus transmission
Viruses/malware spread quickly across networked computers
Internet definition
Internet definition
Global network of billions of computers & devices connected