Quincy Center for Technical Education
Computer Technology Department

Basic Networks


Peer-to-peer network:This type of network includes two or more PCs connected to share data files, a printer, or other resources.



Local Area Network (LAN):A small business or corporate department may install a LAN interconnecting from two to hundreds of PCs using permanently installed cabling or perhaps a wireless technology.



Wide Area Network (WAN): A corporation may maintain a WAN using dial-up, leased, or other dedicated communication means.