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What Are The Characteristics Of A PersonalDesktop Computer And Its Uses Both As A Standalone And Networked Computer?
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What are networked and stand alone computer?
A standalone computer is one that in not attached to any network locally or not. A networked computer is either wirelessly or wired to a switch, router, domain, server, modem, other computer, ect...
What are the advantage of standalone computer over networked computer?
Not many; in general, the advantages of being networked far outweigh the risks, and that's why computers are usually connected nowadays.Advantages of being standalone include a reduced risk of getting infected by malware, as well as privacy.
Is a standalone computer vulnerable to the same risks as a networked computer?
No. A standalone computer (that is, one which is not part of any network and which is not connected to the Internet) is vulnerable to a multitude of risks, but it is not vulnerable to the additional risks introduced with connections to a network and, specifically, to the Internet. The risks to which a standalone computer is exposed are a subset of those to which a networked computer is exposed. These risks primarily include risks brought in from users (owing to ignorance, carelessness or bad intentions), such as the introduction of bad software, computer viruses and some-such through portable storage devices like floppy diskettes or memory sticks. The additional thread to which a networked computer is exposed is a thread to pretty much the same vulnerabilities (malware, etc), but these can be obtained in a number of new ways, and may be obtained without the user knowing.
Which two characteristics describe a computer worm?
A computer worm is a type of malware. Its ability to replicate functional copies of itself is one of its characteristics. It does not require a host program to replicate due to its standalone characteristic.
How do you know if you have a standalone computer?
If you have a computer which is not connected to Internet (or other networks, LAN, Wireless network...) you can call it a standalone computer.
Is a workstation simply a standalone computer that has been connected to a network?
yes for the most part. A standalone computer is basically a computer that is not on a network. Its by itself. A workstation is an type of computer. A workstation can be a standalone computer as well as a networked computer.
How a networked computer is identified?
run command "net view"
How do you attach a network printer to a standalone computer?
Someone can attach a network printer to a standalone computer by using a USB connection. Using a cord to attach the printer to the computer, then installing the printer software, someone can then use the printer from the computer.
Will Ooma work without a computer?
It's a standalone device, it doesn't need a computer.
Can computer have two printers hooked to it?
Yes, many do, especially networked printers.
To protect a networked computer from intruders you can install a?
Firewall and internet security suit.
What is a example Measures used to detect unauthorized networked activity?
computer network defense
