Networking Models
Workgroup Model
- Workgroup
- Loosely knit collection of peer computers on a network
- No computer has control over any other computer
- Each computer is identified by its name and address on the network
- Default workgroup name is typically WORKGROUP
- Workgroup design is traditionally known as a peer-to-peer networking model
- Managing a workgroup can be difficult
- Computers in a workgroup are usually part of a single local area network
- Operating with direct access between each computer
- Workgroups should be limited to 10 to 20 computers