Types of networks
Networks can be categorized into various types based on their geographical coverage and communication characteristics. Local area networks (LANs) cover a small area, such as homes or offices, enabling devices within the network to communicate directly. Wide area networks (WANs) span across large geographical areas and connect distant locations, such as the via the internet. Personal area networks (PANs) are small, localized networks that typically span a person’s immediate surroundings. Metropolitan area networks (MANs) cover larger cities or metropolitan regions, and campus area networks (CANs) link multiple LANs within educational institutions or large organizations. Storage area networks (SANs) are specialized networks for data storage and retrieval.
In our book, we will be focusing on three main types of networks:
- LAN: LANs are crucial for connecting devices within a limited geographic area, such as homes, offices, or schools. They allow for...
