Noob LAN network ...

[vizkid2005]

Hi guys I`m new here and this is my first post ...
Consider me a total noob in terms of networking and I need your help ...

We have a big colony with more than 12 buildings situated at walking distance from each other ....
I want to setup LAN between us friends that stay in those buildings ...

Purpose : File Sharing, LAN gaming and Chat ...

Idea :
1)Place a switch on each building ...
2)Connect all connection of that respective building in that switch ...
3) Connect all the switches in series ...

Will this work ???
Do we need a dedicated server ???
How do I implement it ???

Please HELP !!!

 

[thiggins]

Running Ethernet (CAT5e or CAT6) cable between buildings will provide the best performance. Cables can be up to 100 M long.

Run a cable from the switch in each building to a central switch and connect that switch to your Internet service.