Mention at list two disadvantage for the company to use a LAN network?
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Disadvantages of LAN or Local Area Network:-
1. High Setup Cost:-
Although the LAN will save cost over time due to shared computer resources but the initial setup costs of installing Local Area Networks is high. This is because any organization that will setup a network, will have to purchase necessary hardware equipment for networking. It may require a sophisticated server computer - a Mini Computer, Network LAN cards, Network Routers, HUBS / Switches, Networking Cables (for wired networks only) and connectors etc. Additionally a Network technician will be required for setting up a new network in an organization. If an organization has a large network, it must hire a network administrator for smooth running of network and solving any problems.
2. Privacy Violations:-
The LAN administrator has the rights to check personal data files of each and every LAN user. Moreover he can check the internet history and computer use history of the LAN users.
3. Data Security Threat:-
Unauthorized users can access important data of an organization if centralized data repository is not secured properly by the LAN administrator. LAN Administer is responsible for the security of the whole data resource in an organization.
4. LAN Maintenance Job:-
Local Area Network requires a LAN Administrator. Because, there are problems of software installations or hardware failures or cable disturbances in Local Area Network. A LAN Administrator is needed at this full time job.A LAN Administrator may be with a M.C.S. or B.S.C.S. degree holder person additionally with a diploma in network field.
5. Covers Limited Area:-
Local Area Network covers a small area like one office, one building or a group of nearby buildings.
1. High Setup Cost:-
Although the LAN will save cost over time due to shared computer resources but the initial setup costs of installing Local Area Networks is high. This is because any organization that will setup a network, will have to purchase necessary hardware equipment for networking. It may require a sophisticated server computer - a Mini Computer, Network LAN cards, Network Routers, HUBS / Switches, Networking Cables (for wired networks only) and connectors etc. Additionally a Network technician will be required for setting up a new network in an organization. If an organization has a large network, it must hire a network administrator for smooth running of network and solving any problems.
2. Privacy Violations:-
The LAN administrator has the rights to check personal data files of each and every LAN user. Moreover he can check the internet history and computer use history of the LAN users.
3. Data Security Threat:-
Unauthorized users can access important data of an organization if centralized data repository is not secured properly by the LAN administrator. LAN Administer is responsible for the security of the whole data resource in an organization.
4. LAN Maintenance Job:-
Local Area Network requires a LAN Administrator. Because, there are problems of software installations or hardware failures or cable disturbances in Local Area Network. A LAN Administrator is needed at this full time job.A LAN Administrator may be with a M.C.S. or B.S.C.S. degree holder person additionally with a diploma in network field.
5. Covers Limited Area:-
Local Area Network covers a small area like one office, one building or a group of nearby buildings.
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