Modern Benefits of Networking

1. Data Sharing :
Sharing data today is easier than ever, thanks to networking. E-mail has become one of the leading motivators for companies to invest in networks. Shared files may exist in one location with multiple accessing them or updating parts of them. Not only data files may be shared, but executable files may be shared as well. When user invokes an executable file on a network server, a copy of it is transmitted over the network into the memory of the local user's workstation.

2. Resource Sharing :
One of the distinct benefits of modern networking is the ability to share peripherals. Few companies have the available resources to place a printer on every user's desk. Networks offer a logical and cost-effective solution. Since, once again the introduction of several users could cause conflict at the printer, spooling is utilized so that print jobs can be arranged in an orderly manner. NetWare privides such services in the form of print queues and print servers.