Type of Network? Difference Between LAN, MAN, And WAN
3 Type of Networks
- LAN (Local Area Network)
- MAN (Metropolitan Area
Network)
- WAN (Wide Area Network)
What is LAN?
The Local Area Network is two or
more Computers and multiple internet devices are connected to campus. The
number of data transmission is limited. LAN data transmission speed is 100
Mbps. LAN computer is connected wireless or cables and wireless or cables are
connected to MAN or WAN.
For
Ex: College, Hospital, School, Office, etc.
Advantages:
- Data backup is Easy.
- Time-saving.
- Data Sharing Fast.
- Data Security is good.
Disadvantages:
- Limitation area.
- If Server crashes Then
All effect Computers.
- Maintenance.
What is a MAN?
The Metropolitan Area Network is
two or more Local Area Network. MAN Data transmission speed Is 5-
10 Mbps. Metropolitan Area Network cost is high.
Advantages:
- High-Speed data transmission.
- High data security.
Disadvantages:
- Manage difficult.
- Cables required.
- Hackers attack.
What is WAN?
Advantages:
- security.
- bandwidth is high.
Disadvantages:
- Setup cost is high.
- maintenance issues.
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