Peer-to-peer networks distribute the server functions among several computers. That can act as file or print servers while running other application programs. Peer-to-peer takes advantage of computer hardware that is already on the computers that are networked to each other.
You decide what files, subdirectories, or drivers are shared. The operating system makes it easier to share devices with the other networked computers. Peer-to-peer usually doesn't have powerful management and auditing capabilities, because it is used by the local application. It is easy to install, maintain, and provide good responses, especially if the file read & write load is shared with several computers acting as file servers.
Peer-to-peer offers low start up cost, simple, and enough power for home networks. Any computer on the network can share its drives and printers while running other applications. It is possible to expand peer-to-peer systems to include a server. Peer-to-peer can help assess your current needs and offer a solution unique to the users.
Peer-to-peer is so new that it is hard to categorize it. But it is also the oldest model in communication. The IP routing is the basis of the Internet and peer-to-peer. |
