Ethernet Networking

Wireless Networking

• Ethernet is easily the most popular networking system available today.

• The equipment needed for an Ethernet-based network can be as simple as two network cards and a cable, or as complex as multiple routers, bridges and hubs. 

• It is this versatility that makes it so useful to businesses.  

Advantages:

• Fastest home-networking 

  technology (100 Mbps).

• It is extremely reliable.

• It is easy to maintain after it is set up.

• The number of devices that can be connected is virtually unlimited.

• There is a great deal of technical support and information available.

Disadvantages:

• Wiring and jacks need to be installed.

• Wireless networking is one of several ways to connect the computers in your home. It creates a network by sending radio-frequency signals between your computers to share information.

Advantages:

• Freedom to move around without being connected to a cable. 

• It's fast (11 Mbps).

• It has a long range (1,000 ft / 305 m in open areas, 250 to 400 ft in closed areas)

• It's easily integrated into 

  existing wired-Ethernet networks.

   

• It's compatible with original 802.11 devices.

Disadvantages:

• Security

• Devices emit small levels of RF

• Speed can fluctuate significantly.

• Set-up and configuration can be difficult.