What is LAN
🌐 Local Area Network (LAN) 1. Definition A LAN (Local Area Network) is a computer network that connects devices within a limited physical area — such as a home, office, or school. It allows devices to share resources (files, printers, internet) and communicate at high speed. 2. Key Characteristics 3. Relationship with Wi‑Fi 4. Examples 5. LAN vs WAN Feature LAN WAN Coverage Local area (home, office, campus) Wide area (cities, countries) Speed High (100 Mbps–10 Gbps) Lower, depends on telecom infra Ownership Private, managed locally Shared/public infrastructure Connection Ethernet, Wi‑Fi Fiber, satellite, leased lines
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