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What are the advantages of local area network?

Answer:
  • Files can be stored on a central computer (the file server) allowing data to be shared throughout an organisation.
  • Files can be backed up more easily when they are all on a central fileserver rather than when they are scattered across a number of independent workstations.
  • Networks also allow security to be established, ensuring that the network users may only have access to certain files and applications.
  • Software and resources can be centrally managed.
  • Network versions of software often allow for their speedy installation on workstations from the file server.
  • Expensive devices such as laser printers or scanners can be shared.
  • Users can access their files from any workstation
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