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Understanding LANs, WLANs, and WANs: Key Differences and Applications

This article explores the fundamental concepts of Local Area Networks (LANs), Wireless Local Area Networks (WLANs), and Wide Area Networks (WANs). It defines a LAN as a network of computers within a localized area, usually featuring connected nodes. WLANs utilize radio waves for wireless connectivity, focusing on security measures. WANs span larger geographic areas and can include various media types for connectivity, such as satellite and T1/T3 cabling. This guide highlights the types of WANs, including campus networks, home setups, and enterprise solutions.

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Understanding LANs, WLANs, and WANs: Key Differences and Applications

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  1. LANS vs WANS

  2. What is a LAN? • Local area __ • __ • Computers __ • Same __ • True __ • Can __ of nodes

  3. What is a WLAN? • Wireless __ • Uses radio __ • Security __

  4. What is a WAN? • Wide __ • Uses __ • Links __ • Bandwidth – __

  5. Media used in WANs • Wireless • Satellite __ • __ cabling • T1/T3 __ • __ cables

  6. Types of WANs • Campus __ • __ Network – towns and cities • __ Network – home setups • __ Network – uses __ • __ Network – stores large __

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