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DAR ES SALAAM INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY

BACHELOR OF ENGINEERING IN COMPUTER ENGINEERING


NETWORK MANAGEMENT AND ADMINISTRATION
METROPOLITAN AREA NETWORK
GROUP H
S/N NAME REGISTRATION NUMBER
1 THOMAS ALOYCE JAMES 2102302228228
2 GERSHON SANGA 220242443877
3 JOSEPH ALOYCE SHESHA 2102302220910
4 DENIS CHOVE 2102302222254
5 SADICK ALLY JUMA 2102302226735
METROPOLITAN AREA NETWORK

• A Metropolitan Area Network (MAN) is a type of computer network that spans over a metropolitan
area, typically a city. It provides high-speed data communication services such as video, audio, and
data transfer between multiple LANs (Local Area Networks)
• Examples like CRDB MAN,NMB MAN.
• The main purpose of a MAN is to connect different LANs in a city to share resources and exchange
data, as well as to provide internet access to users.
MAN EXAMPLE
Characteristics of MAN

 In MAN, data rates are moderate to high.


 In MAN, mostly used medium is optical fibers which results in high-speed connectivity.
 MAN networks provides high reliability because the error rate in this network is very less.
 A MAN network can use a variety of access technologies, such as wireless, fiber-optic, or copper-
based connections, to provide connectivity to different devices and networks.

• Hybrid topology: A MAN network may use a combination of different topologies, such as a ring, bus,
or star topology, depending on the specific requirements of the network
Advantages of MAN

 MAN offers high-speed connectivity in which the speed ranges from 10-100 Mbps.
 The security level in MAN is high and strict as compared to WAN.
 It support to transmit data in both directions concurrently because of dual bus architecture.
 MAN can serve multiple users at a time with the same high-speed internet to all the users.
 MAN allows for centralized management and control of the network, making it easier to monitor
and manage network resources and security.
Disadvantages of MAN

 The architecture of MAN is quite complicated hence, it is hard to design and maintain.
 This network is highly expensive because it required the high cost to set up fiber optics.
 It provides less fault tolerance.

• The Data transfer rate in MAN is low when compare to LANs


Uses of MAN Network

1. Resource Sharing: A MAN allows multiple LANs in a metropolitan area to share resources such as
printers, storage devices, and other peripherals.
2. Data Exchange: A MAN provides a high-speed communication channel for the exchange of data
between different LANs.
3. Internet Access: A MAN can provide high-speed internet access to users in a metropolitan area.
4. Video and Audio Streaming: A MAN can support video and audio streaming for applications such as
video conferencing and multimedia presentations.
5. Backup and Recovery: A MAN can provide backup and recovery services for data stored on multiple
LANs.
6. Disaster Recovery: A MAN can provide a secondary communication channel in the event of a disaster
or other emergency that disrupts the primary communication channel.

• Centralized Management: A MAN allows centralized management of network resources, making it easier
to monitor and manage the network
Issues of MAN Network

• Security: MANs can be vulnerable to security threats such as hacking, malware, and unauthorized access.
• Scalability: As the network grows and more users are added, the network may become congested, leading to
performance issues.
• Reliability: MANs can be affected by network outages, which can cause significant disruptions to the network.
• Interoperability: Different LANs may use different technologies and protocols, making it difficult to
interconnect them in a single MAN.
• Cost: Implementing and maintaining a MAN can be expensive due to the high-speed equipment and
infrastructure required.
• Latency: The distance between different LANs can cause latency, affecting the speed and performance of the
network.
• Bandwidth Limitations: MANs can be limited by the bandwidth of the underlying network infrastructure,
making it difficult to support high-bandwidth applications such as video conferencing.

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