Networks

A network is 2 or more devices connected to each other by exchanging data.

LAN (Local Area Network) interconnects computers in a limited area such as a household/ building using network media. The characteristic of LAN is in contrast the WAN (Wide Area Network) LAN has a smaller geographic area and non-inclusion of leased telecommunication lines.

WAN (Wide Area Network) covers a broad area such as any telecommunications network that links across regional/ national boundaries etc. This is mostly used by businesses and governments to relay data among employee’s, clients etc. From various geographical locations, the internet can be considered a WAN as well. Essentially, it is the opposite of LAN (Local Area Network). It covers a wide area whereas LAN is limited to a local area.

PAN (Personal Area Network) is a personal area you set up with your own devices, with this you can set your own hot spot up and use your I Phone, Laptop etc.