What are the advantages of networking?

 Files can be stored on a central computer (the file server) allowing data to be shared throughout an organization. • 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