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OCR: 256 CHAPTER SECTION Wired Networks WIRED NETWORKS offer clear advantages over their wireless counterparts for applications that require security and fast access. you're planning to host LAN party, for example: if you frequently transfer large video files from one computer to another; if you're nervous about the secu- rity of wireless networks; or you're sending big graphics to network printer, then wired network connection should be your first choice Section B the focus c on wired technologies used for local area networks WIRED NETWORK BASICS What wired network? wired network is one that uses cables connect network devices Familiar technologies such as telephone and cable television make extensive use wired networks. Much of the Internet infrastructure IS also wired Before wireless technol ...