TYPES OF NETWORKS

What is a network?

- connection between two or more computers or electronic devices.

Three types of networks.

1. LAN(local area network)
2. WAN(wide area network)
3. MAN(metropolitan area net.)

WHY DIFFERENT TYPES OF NETWORKS?

• Different environments
• Different purposes

LAN

• Local area network
• Small areas
• Ex: schools, hospitals etc...

WAN

• Wide area network
• Global network
• Ex : the internet

MAN

• Metropolitan area network
• Communication between cities
• Ex : New York times.

QUESTIONS??

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