Difference between revisions of "LAN: Local Area Network"

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A local area network (LAN) is a computer network that interconnects computers within a limited area such as a residence, school, laboratory, university campus or office building. By contrast, a wide area network ([[Wide Area Network|WAN]]) not only covers a larger geographic distance, but also generally involves leased telecommunication circuits.
A local area network (LAN) is a computer network that interconnects computers within a limited area such as a residence, school, laboratory, university campus or office building.


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Revision as of 18:10, 6 October 2021

A local area network (LAN) is a computer network that interconnects computers within a limited area such as a residence, school, laboratory, university campus or office building.