Comparison between Peer-to-peer and Server-based Networks

Summarizes the features of peer-to-peer and server-based networks:

FeaturePeer-to-peer NetworkServer-based Network
SizeGood for up to 10 users

 

Limited only by server and network hardware

Security

 

Users are responsible for their own security

Offers extensive user security
Administration

 

Is administered by the user of each computer

Is centrally administered