Question

Differentiate between lan wan man

Answer 1

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1. LAN

LAN is a type of network in which computers are connected in a local unit for small geographical area such as offices and department of a manufacturing unit etc. The common connecting media used in LAN are cables and Wi-Fi etc. LAN are restricted in size and are convenient to handle.

2. WAN

WAN is a type of network in which computer are connected over large geographical area such as cities, States, countries or even the whole world. It's purpose is to establish a connection to share information among computers from one place to other globally.

3. MAN

MAN is a type of network in which the computers are connected over large geographical area such as a city. It may be a single network or maybe a network that connects several local area networks. The communication media used in MAN can be wired with the help of ethernet cable or wireless with the help of microwave circuit or satellite.

Answer 2

LAN = A LAN or Local area network is the most common type of network. A LAN connects computer and devices located close to one another, such as in one building.

MAN = A MAN or Metropolitan area network is also a collection of Local area network. MAN connects computers located in the same geographical area such as a city or a town.

WAN = A WAN or Wide area network connects LAN and MAN together. The networks that make up a wide area network, may be located throughout a country or even around the world.