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Topics
Definition of Computer Network

Classification on Computer Network

LAN and Its Merits & Demerits

MAN and Its Merits & Demerits

WAN and Its Merits & Demerits

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Definition of Computer Network


Computer Network means that collection of computers that share various resources and
provide services to the users.

It is a interconnection of two or more computers.

It may be of different types depending upon the requirement.

Applications of Computer Network


Sharing of resources like printers.

Exchange of messages and data

Communication between computers

Classification of Computer Network

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LAN
LAN stands for Local Area Network

It is usually private owned interconnection of computer

The hardware and software can be shared among the resources or computers

LAN is best suited for Campus Networking of Offices and Schools or any single building also

It has data rates in the 4 to 16 Mbit/s range

It can offer speed upto 1000Mbit/s

Merits & Demerits of LAN


Merits
Sharing of databases, information and other network services.

Cost reduction

DeMerits
Security measures are needed

If server goes down, entire network will go down

Network has to be maintained by technical experts.

Supported Topologies in LAN Are

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Bus

Ring

Star

Software can be centrally stored and can be used among the various workstations, where ever
required.

MAN
MAN stands for Metropolitan Area Network

It may be wholly owned and operated by a private company

This type of network can be expanded in entire city

It is highly beneficial in case of cabling of television network

Merits & Demerits of MAN


Merits
Dual Bus can be used in MAN that helps in two direction communication

It can cover many blocks of city or entire city.

It offers 100Km range in approx

Demerits
More cabling is required

Security Issues are complex to handle

WAN
WAN stands for Wide Area Network

It is useful in case of long distance transmission of data, images.

It can also be used for long distance videos and audio data transmission from one location to
another.

It offers coverage beyond 100 Km.

Merits & Demerits of WAN


Advantages
Covers large geographical area

Messages or any information can be sent very quickly to the connected network

Disadvantages
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Need a very strong firewall

Needs technical experts and supervisors for maintenance

Security is a major concern

Mcq
Q1. A local area network using wireless technology is termed as:

Options:

A. WLAN

B. LAWN

C. Wireless local area network

D. All of these

Answer : D

Q2. If a network has to be established in a office, which is a three storey building, which of the
network will be best suitable for this?

Options:

A. LAN

B. MAN

C. WAN

D. CAN

Answer : A

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#Classification of Computer Network

#LAN with merits and demerits

#MAN with merits and demerits

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