Network Types

Network Types

1. There are two main types of network LANS (Local Area Network) and WAN (Wide Area Network)

   • LAN- covers a small area such as one sight or building like a school or college.
     • A school system is a LAN
     • LANS are often connected to WANs, for example school systems are normally connected to the internet.
   • WAN- covers a large geographical area. Most WANs are made from lots of LANS joined together.
     • The internet is a WAN
     • A network of bank cash dispensers is a WAN
     • WANs can be connected together by the internet, satellite links or leased lines.

2. Advantages and Disadvantages of networks

   • ADVANTAGES
   • DISADVANTAGES

3. A network is a group of interconnected computers