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Networks
Network - The joining of computers to form a shared information
system.
Although there are many types of network in use, we strongly favour Microsoft
Windows NT Server as the basis for your organisation.
The network consists of various parts: - The server (or main computer), the PC's
that access the server, the cabling that joins them all together,and other
shared items that are normally high value (such as printers or modems).
Each item of the network is critical, and can let the others down. Our task is
to select the right one for you, to keep the flow of information going or
available around the organisation.
Integrated network
If your faxing, phones, copiers and other systems are linked into your network,
you could say that you have an integrated network.
In reality it is only normal to have some items as part of the system.
Try to forget the items listed above, and concentrate on the Information !
One example of an integrated network is:
Staff have only one place to check to communications - their e-mail inbox. All
faxes, voicemails, or letters and messages from co-workers are left here.
Compare this to the normal, 'Post in-box', 'fax inbox', 'post-it notes',
'messages with reception', 'messages n the mobile phone' and all the other
distractions that happen (as well as the phone itself).
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