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Network Types With Design

The document outlines three types of networks: LAN, WAN, and PAN, detailing their definitions, uses, advantages, and disadvantages. LAN is suitable for small areas with fast data transfer, WAN connects large distances but is slower and more expensive, while PAN is for personal devices with a very short range. Each network type has specific applications in daily life and varying costs and management complexities.

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Network Types With Design

The document outlines three types of networks: LAN, WAN, and PAN, detailing their definitions, uses, advantages, and disadvantages. LAN is suitable for small areas with fast data transfer, WAN connects large distances but is slower and more expensive, while PAN is for personal devices with a very short range. Each network type has specific applications in daily life and varying costs and management complexities.

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Types of Networks: LAN, WAN,

PAN
Definitions, Uses, Advantages &
Disadvantages
LAN (Local Area Network) -
Definition
• A LAN connects computers in a small area like
a home, school, or office.
LAN (Local Area Network) - Used in
Daily Life
• At school computer labs
• At home with Wi-Fi
• In offices for file sharing
LAN (Local Area Network) -
Advantages
• Fast data transfer
• Low cost
• Easy to set up in small areas
LAN (Local Area Network) -
Disadvantages
• Limited to small areas
• Can slow down with many users
WAN (Wide Area Network) -
Definition
• A WAN connects computers over large
distances, like across cities or countries.
WAN (Wide Area Network) - Used
in Daily Life
• Using the internet
• Online gaming or video calls
• Banking and ATM transactions
WAN (Wide Area Network) -
Advantages
• Covers large distances
• Can connect globally
• Useful for big organizations
WAN (Wide Area Network) -
Disadvantages
• Slower than LAN
• More expensive
• Harder to manage
PAN (Personal Area Network) -
Definition
• A PAN connects devices close to one person,
like a phone, smartwatch, and laptop.
PAN (Personal Area Network) -
Used in Daily Life
• Bluetooth headphones
• Smartwatch syncing with a phone
• File sharing between phone and laptop
PAN (Personal Area Network) -
Advantages
• Very easy to set up
• Low cost
• Good for personal use
PAN (Personal Area Network) -
Disadvantages
• Very short range
• Only connects a few devices

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