Monday, September 20, 2010

Week Eight - Networks & Wireless

Chapter Seven - Weekly Questions

1. Explain the business benefits of using wireless technology.
The benefits of using wireless technology are being able to be anywhere and access information. Productivity is increased - mass customisation. There is higher delivery speed and information. The information is sent to a database which is then transformed into analytical data which is used by managers. Basically it is more convenient and you have universal access.


2. Describe the business benefits associated with VoIP
Voice Over I.P (VoIP) allow you to send phone calls over the internet. Cost cuts and provides faster mobile workforce. Managers can spend control over different areas.




3. Compare LANs and WANs
LAN: Local Area Network one geographical area - Share data and devices E.g Notre Dame share information, printers and control. 
WAN: Wide Area Network services LAN joined together by interaction of data traveled through a secure path via the internet. 




4. Describe RFID and how it can be used to help make a supply chain more effective.
Radio Frequency I.D on toll roads. Transport. Small devices read to receiver transmit data to database - used via inventory to track goods - used daily by millions of people it is fast reliable information.


5. Identify the advantages and disadvantage of deploying mobile technology
Advantages are similar to wireless free roaming increased flexibility. Disadvantages security and privacy are a main problem. unsafe radiation is another concern.

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