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MAN (Metropolitan Area Network)
This network consists of two or more local area networks together that usually spans several
buildings in the same city or town.
LAN LAN
Metropolitan Area Network
WAN (Wide Area Network)
It is a digital communication system that interconnects a large number of computers over a wide
geographical area. This network may operate on a worldwide or nationwide basis. In such type
of network, there may not be physical connection between computers. In WAN telephone lines,
microwave, satellite links, etc.; can be used as transmission medium.
LAN LAN LAN LAN
LAN LAN
Wide Area Network
PAN (Personal Area Network)
These are privately owned networks. PAN is used to establish the communication amongst the
computers within the range of 20 to 30 feet. It can be wired or wireless.
Personal Area Network
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