How do i set up a WAN?
How do i set up a WAN?
A WAN is essentially a server reachable from any location. If you need help, let me know what you'd like to do next. Your issue involves sharing Revit files across a slow university network—would you like guidance on setting up your own faster server?
It would resemble a NAS setup when set up that way. A WAN functions as a distributed network of data, similar to a group of servers exchanging information.
Yes, a NAS can hold a central file reachable from different locations. A static IP might be helpful for consistent access.
I haven't configured a NAS for that before, though I think a static IP and hostname are necessary. A NAS or a simple web-accessible fileserver would work just fine. Even a folder on your desktop PC can be set up for internet use if the machine stays powered on and is reachable remotely.
The issue is it must have a lasting link, which means it can't rely on cloud services because it requires ongoing access to the file.
Cloud solutions run on a stable link for ongoing access. They remove the need to install equipment and manage servers on a limited university internet.