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There are various types of networking cables such as coaxial cable, twisted pair cable, and
optical fiber cable.
Gateway
A gateway is a network device that allows the data to flow between two
different networks which may use different protocols. It collects data
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Gateway
that is to be sent from one computer, converts it into small packets and
then sends them to another computer.
Different types of networks can be classified on the basis of the geographical areas
covered. There are five types of networks as follows:
LAN (Local Area Network)
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LAN is a short form of Local Area Network. It is a
digital communication system that interconnects
a large number of computers and other peripheral
devices within a radius of less than 1 km. This type of
network is usually preferred for a smaller area such
as a residence, school, laboratory, university campus
or office building. By using the LAN network, users
can exchange data and messages in the easy and fast
way. Cables and communication devices are used to Server
connect computers to the LAN. Local Area Network
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

