Local Area Network (LAN)

Local Area Network (LAN)

1. Network interface card

   • The network interface card (NIC) which connects a computer to a computer network, usually a LAN

2. Router

   • The router connects to the internet which will then let you access to the WIFI

3. Ethernet cable

   • A ethernet cable is connected to the router and then to your device, for example a desktop, console and TV box. It is meant to increase the data transfer speed so there wont be any lag.

4. WIFI extender

   • A WIFI extender gets signals from your router which then sends them to devices nearby. This is usually used for offices, schools and at home if you have a big house with thick walls or not that much range to reach other devices far away

5. Server

   • A server is used to keep peoples data and files which are saved to your internet providers server this is called a storage server. You can also have a server in your computer which a program that accepts and responds to requests made by another program, known as a client.