Networking will allow all of the computers in your home or office to share files, printers and an internet connection. There are numerous advantages to networking, whether you are in your home or business. Networking allows file sharing. Users can share files over the network, as opposed to having to carry storage media around. Networking can also significantly help with software cost and management. Software can typically be purchased at a cheaper price for networks as opposed to be buying individual licenses. You can also load the software on a file server which makes it easier to track and install. Networking also provide users with secure email communication, secure access to certain files and flexible access.