Peer-to-Peer Networks

nA peer to peer (or P2P) computer network uses diverse connectivity between participants in a network and the cumulative bandwidth of network.

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nPeer to peer is an approach to computer networking where all computers share equivalent responsibility for processing data.

nYou can configure computers in peer to peer workgroups to allow sharing of files, printers and other resources across all of the devices.

nPeer networks allow data to be shared easily in both directions, whether for downloads to your computer or uploads from your computer.

nOn internet, peer to peer networks handle a very high volume of file sharing traffic by distributing the load across many computers.

nP2P networks both scale better and are more resilient (Recover quickly) than client-server networks in case of failures.

Configuration of P2P

nStartà Control panel à Network Connection à left side in small window, click the option to Set up a home or small office network. The wizard window will appear.

nWelcome to the Network Setup Wizard window will appear, click Next.

nA simple checklist window appears. Before you continue, make sure ICS host computer is on and connecting to Internet. Click Next.

Here you need to select a connection method. Select This computer connects to the Internet through a residential gateway or through another computer on my network option. Click Next.

nGive this computer a description and name window appears. The computer name must be unique in your network and click Next.

nWhen File and printer sharing window appear, click turn on/turn off file and printer sharing as according to your needs. Click Next.All the selected settings would be displayed in this window, check all settings and feel free to click Back to modify the settings again.

nIf found no problem, click Next to apply the settings. It will take some time to finish installation.

nClick finish to quit the wizard at last. You have finished setting up the client computer.

nNow, open your network connection window, right click Internet Connection new icon and click Status, you would be able to monitor the connection status and enable/disable shared Internet connection.