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The document outlines various types of computer networks, including LAN, WAN, MAN, and PAN, each with distinct characteristics, advantages, and disadvantages. It also explains concepts related to the internet, such as protocols, IP addresses, and the client-server model. Additionally, it highlights the role of intranets and VOIP technology in modern networking.

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The document outlines various types of computer networks, including LAN, WAN, MAN, and PAN, each with distinct characteristics, advantages, and disadvantages. It also explains concepts related to the internet, such as protocols, IP addresses, and the client-server model. Additionally, it highlights the role of intranets and VOIP technology in modern networking.

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Computer network types

 LAN (Local Area Network)


 WAN (Wide Area Network)
 MAN (Metropolitan Area
Network)
 PAN (Personal Area Network)
LAN (Local Area Network)
• LAN stands for Local Area Network. Think of it as a small,
localized network. It’s like connecting your devices within
your home or offi ce.
• A LAN typically covers a limited area, such as a single
building or a campus.
• Example: When your computer and printer are
connencted, you’ve created a tiny LAN at home. They can
share files and resources .
Advantages:
• Fast data transfer for file sharing and video streaming.
• Aff ordable setup for small businesses and homes.

Disadvantages
• Limited coverage for connecting distant location.
• Scalability challenges may require upgrades.
WAN (wide area network
• WAN stands for wide area network. This network type spans
large geographical area. It’s what connects LANs over long
distances.
• The internet itself is a massive WAN that connects the whole
word.
• Example: When you send an email to someone in another
county or access a website hosted far away, you’ re using a
WAN.
Advantages:
• Off ers global connectivity across cities and continents.
• Facilitates resource sharing for geographically dispersed
offi ces.
Disadvantages:
• High costs due to long-distance communication.
• Introduces latency for real-time applications.
MAN(Metropolitan Area nETWORK
• MAN is short for metropolitan Area Network. This
network type covers a city or a large campus.
• It’s bigger than a LAN but not as vast as a WAN.
• Example: When a city sets up free public wi-fi hotspots
across its streets, it’s essentially creating a MAN.
Advantages:
• Provides city-wide connectivity for organization.
• Off ers high-speed data transmission.
Disadvantages:
• Costly to implement in densely populated areas.
• Requires complex management and coordination.
What is pan (personal area
network)?
• A PAN, or Personal Area Network, is a small-scale network
designet for connecting devices within a limited area.
• This type of network is typically used for personal or
localized communication.
• PANs are characterized by their short range and are often
associated with devices like smartphones, laptops,
wearable technology, and peripherals.
Advantages:
• Low power consumption, extending battery life.
• High level of privacy for personal use.
Disadvantages:
• Limited range for close proximity connections.
• May not support high-speed data transfer for all
applications.
What is an intranet ?
• An Intranet is a private network within an organization that uses internet
technologies to connect its internal resources, such as computers servers,
and databases.
• Think of it as a closed-circuit version of the internet, accessible only to
authorized users within the organization.
Understanding the internet
The Internet is a global network of network,
connecting billion of devices worldwide. Let’s dive into some important
internet concepts:

Protocol
• Think of protocol as rules that devices follow when communicating over the
internet.
• It’s like a language they speak to understand each other.
• HTTP (Hypertext Transfer Protocol) is one example, used for loading wed
pages.
Domain Name
• Domain names are like friendly labels for IP addresses.
• They make it easier for us to access websites.
• For instance, WWW.example.com is a domain name, while the IP address
behind it is a series of numbers.
INTERNET CONNECTIONS
• Internet connections are the means by which you link to
the internet.
• Common types include broadband (like DSL or cable)
and mobile network (4G, 5G).
IP Address
• An IP address is like a digital address for your device on
the internet.
• It allows data to find its way to your computer. It can be
in the form of number, like “192.168.1.1.”
URL (Uniform Resource locator)
A URL is a wed address that combines a protocol (like
HTTP), a domain name (like WWW.example.com), and a
specifi c path to a resource (like “/page 1.html”).
Client-server model
• The client-server model is the foundation of the
Internet.
• Think of it as a restaurant, You (the client) place an
order, and the kitchen (the server) prepares your meal.
• In the internet world, your wed browser is the client,
and a distant computer (server) hosts the website you
want to visit.
Search engine
• A search engine is like a librarian for the internet. It
helps your find information on the web.
• When you type a query into google, it scours the web
for relevant websites and presents them to you.
V0lp(voice over internet
protocol)
• VOLP is a technology that enables you to make
phone calls using the internet rather than
regular telephone lines.
• Skype and zoom are examples. It’s like talking
to someone through a video call on your
computer or phone.
Conclusion
• Networks come in different sizes (LAN, WAN,
PAN, and MAN), and the internet is the massive
global network that connects them all.

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