Local area networks definition, requirements, implications. Why put CD-ROM on LAN?; CD-ROM on various types of network LANtastic, Ethernet, Arcnet, Token Ring, peer to peer, etc; considerations for the system manager - issues to consider before selecting a LAN. What are the options? advantages and disadvantages of the various options; hardware options - drive towers, multiplatter, CD-NET, CD server, daisy chaining individual drives, custom design technology's infomachine, Information Access Corp's Info Trac Reference Centre; software options - LANtastic, Opti-Net, Network OS, etc; alternatives to networking multiple products on same station - advantages and disadvantages; future considerations - Pioneer's minicharger, unanticipated problems, what's on the horizon? - CD-I, audio, multimedia CD-ROMs are they workable?; copyright and licensing issues.
