Network

Network

1. LAN (local area network)

   • Hardware needed to connect your devices into a LAN
     • Router
     • Network interface card
     • Switch
     • Wireless Access point
     • Ethernet Cable
     • Devices connected over a small geographical area

2. Ways to connect to a LAN

   • Ethernet
     • by cable
     • Faster data transfer speed
     • Can be more secure
   • Wifi
     • Wireless connection
     • Longer range
     • Can be used for portable devices
     • Can connect more devices
     • Can encounter interference

3. WPAN

   • wireless personal area network is a personal area network

4. WAN

   • Wide Area Network
   • Can be used over a wide area

5. WIFI

   • Advantages
     • No wires
   • Disadvantages
     • Slow transfer speed
   • Connection speed: 250mbps

6. Bluetooth

   • Advantages
     • Can connect to other devices