The advantages of linking computers to form a network are beyond doubt, as services like central file storage, communal printers and shared Internet access bring enhanced facilities to users while giving IT managers extra control over their systems. But amid all the advances in computer hardware and software, the need to develop and maintain an effective network infrastructure is easily forgotten.
Almost all Local Area Networks (LANs) employ Ethernet technology, which is supported by computer platforms including PCs, Macs, Acorns, and palmtops. Over the years, Ethernet has developed in many ways, and can now be implemented over several media and at a range of speeds. Atomwide offers products to support and integrate these varying styles of Ethernet, as well as advice about designing and developing networks, and the skills to configure and commission them.
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“We have been very pleased with the user-friendly advice provided by Atomwide’s staff. Installation - a potential nightmare - proved to be prompt and tidy, and the new wireless network works a treat!”
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Wireless technologies have opened up new possibilities for networking, by allowing access to central resources for roaming users, or around buildings where cabling is impractical.
A wireless infrastructure is based around ‘Access Points’, which can be used singly to create small, independent workgroups. More often, though, multiple Access Points are deployed, and each is connected to a regular cable infrastructure so that it can extend network coverage throughout the surrounding area.
Atomwide offers wireless interfaces for all kinds of computer, as well as Access Points and accessories like bridges and directional antennae, with options covering the original ‘Wi-Fi’ wireless Ethernet standards and also more recent enhancements.
