A computer network is the means of connecting a series of computers together so that they can share data or services such the Internet or printers.

We can set up, manage and maintain computer networks in Cheltenham and Gloucestershire. A network can consist of two or more computers and can be set up in one of two ways:

1. Workgroups
2. Domains

Workgroups

A workgroup is normally used for a small collection of no more than 10 computers networked together without any central access point. Users log into their own computer and security is managed at that computer. A workgroup is acceptable for home users or small companies that do not worry about security or the use of mission critical applications.

Domains

A Domain is the networking of computers through a central location called a server. Each computer needs to be set up within the domain and when a user logs onto a computer they gain access to the network's data, applications and devices.
A domain provides for much tighter security, the ability to centrally maintain each networked computer and to provide permissions to files and folders.

Setting Up A Network

Cheltenham Computer Specialists has many years experience with networks and the setting up of networks. We can setup and configure computer networks in Cheltenham and Gloucestershire from scratch providing all manner of services including:

• Hardware and Software purchases
• Set up, configuration, testing
• User Profile configuration
• Set up of network peripherals such as printers
• Data Backup configuration
• End user training
• Creation of a network manual
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