TECHNOLOGY GUIDE

    Area network types: LAN, MAN, and WAN The Network allows computers to connect and communicate with one another via any form of communication. The three major types of networks designed to operate over the area they span are LAN, MAN, and WAN. They have some commonalities and some differences. One of the most significant distinctions is the geographical region they cover; LAN covers the smallest area, MAN covers a greater area than LAN, and WAN covers the largest of all. There are many different kinds of computer networks, such as:   Ø PAN (Personal Area Network) Ø SAN (Storage Area Network) Ø EPN (Enterprise Private Network) Ø VPN (Virtual Private Network) Personal Area Network (PAN)- A personal area network (PAN) connects electronic devices in a user's nearest area. A PAN can range in size from a few millimetres to a few meters. The link between a Bluetooth earpiece and a smartphone is one of the most common real-world instances of a PAN. La...

It represents how different network components, such as switches and routers, are set up and interconnected, as well as how data flows. The diagramming of endpoint and service needs helps in choosing the right place for each node to maximize traffic flows. Types of Network Topology Network topology refers to the configuration of a network that includes nodes and connecting lines via sender and receiver. The various network topologies are as follows: Ø   Point to Point Topology Ø   Mesh Topology Ø   Star Topology Ø   Bus Topology Ø   Ring Topology Ø   Tree Topology Ø   Hybrid Topology Point to Point Topology Point-to-Point Topology is a type of topology which focuses on the sender and receiver's working. It is the most basic form of communication between two nodes, one of which is the sender and the other the receiver. High bandwidth is provided by point-to-point connections. Point to Point Topology Mesh Topology A mesh top...