Advantages and disadvantages of a computer network

Disadvantages of a computer network.

First let me talk about the advantages. The ability to share information, collaborate with others, design new products. There are lots of advantages to computer networks. It bridges the gap between countries, time zones and different cultural practices of people.
However, there are also dangers lurking in your network. One day, you click on a file and suddenly your computer comes to a halt. You have been compromised by a Trojan horse. Or worse yet, your files are encrypted and the hacker demands money for your files. Even worse, it affects your server. Bringing down the ENTIRE office. And if backups are not maintained, you are forced with reconstructing your network from the beginning. Virus protection doesn’t always stop the damage either. Sometimes the system restore is damaged and recovering means a clean system reinstall.
The process of protecting your network is multi layered. It requires protecting your server with continuous backups, and a system image of your desktops to allow for quick recovery.
The real answer is to make sure that any file that enters your network is not a Trojan or virus. Make sure that you have ultimate control with your files  on the network with system backups ready in case your plans are altered.

Networks are important for life. They require basic components as stable hardware, reliable electricity, a fast network switch for transferring files to a server, but if it is maintained, it can be the life blood of a company. We use it every day to find out local information, read about news in our local country or abroad. Communication relys on good networks. Voip, Voice over Internet Protocol, allows for the communication to talk freely for the lowest cost possible. Spanning countries, a VOIP system allows for a company in the USA, to have offices in India, Vietnam, Europe and Australia. All supporting one company based in another country. Web Designers, Computer Engineers can now live in their home town and work in other countries. Clean industry allows for the expansion of economies in the local area. Prosperity is a result of allowing companies to cooperate and share information. There are so many advantages of computer networks that it would take many hours to discuss this topic.