Types of Network

Types of Network

1. LAN (Local Area Network)

   • A 'LAN' covers a small area such as one sit or building.
     • E.G. a school or a college
   • LANs are often connected to WANs, for example a school network could be connected to the internet.
   • Has a speed of 1000 mbps
   • Has less congestion tha WAN

2. WAN (Wide Area Network)

   • A 'WAN' covers a large geographical area. Most WANs are made from several LACs connected together.
     • E.G. of WAN
       • The internet
       • A network of bank cash dispensers
       • A school network (sometimes)
   • Has the speed of 150 mbps
   • Has more congestion than LAN

3. WLAN (Wireless Local Area Network)

4. MAN (Metropolitan Area Network)