There are two major types of network operating system, a peer to peer network and a client server network. In short a peer to peer is usually a small network with 10 or less users, while a client server has more then 10. ... All nodes (file server, workstations, and peripherals) and connected to the linear cable. ...
Software developers and researchers are struggling to find new ways to reliably, efficiently and securely share data across wide area networks that are cursed by high latency nodes (also known as slow servers). A decentralized network has no central authority, which means that it can operate with freely running servers alone (peer-to-peer, or P2P). ...
A perfect example of technology backfiring on us is expressed in the recent events involving the file-sharing network known to many as "Kazaa". As many online users know, Kazaa is a program that enables people to share their files, and in turn, download others'. In the few years it has been availabl...
Peer to Peer File Sharing Peer to Peer File Sharing With broadband Internet service becoming more accessible and affordable, there is an ever-growing group of internet users who are looking to exchange files with other users of similar interests. The concept "peer to peer file sharing" becam...
