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Types of LAN Network
04-14-2011, 03:10 PM
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Types of LAN Network
LAN stands for Local Area Network (as opposed to WAN, or Wide Area Network), which commonly refers to how a connection to the Internet is made. LANs are used to connect computers that are geographically close together, whether inside a room or inside a building. This allows people to share files and printers, play computer games together and even send music to a stereo system or videos to a television.
Wired LAN:
A wired connection has two common connection standards: 100BASE-T and 1000BASE-T. The first one transfers data at up to 100 megabits per second (Mb/s), and the second one transmits at 1000 Mb/s or 1 gigabit per second (Gb/s). The second one is also known as Gigabit Ethernet. Most modern motherboards integrate this into their circuitry, rather than requiring the user to obtain an Ethernet card. Ethernet cables can run hundreds of feet without losing signal quality.
Wireless LAN:
Another standard in the mix is wireless Ethernet. This allows you to cut out cables altogether. You can transmit data through walls, floors and ceilings without having to drill holes. It is handier for people who use laptops and other mobile devices, since they can just turn on the device and have access to the network without plugging everything in. However, the transfer speeds are not as fast. The fastest protocol, 802.11n, moves data at up to 300 Mb/s. Wireless Ethernet is also susceptible to interference from devices such as a microwave or cordless phone.
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Types of LAN Network - spybiz - 04-14-2011 03:10 PM
RE: Types of LAN Network - alexstuarts - 05-11-2011, 05:07 PM
RE: Types of LAN Network - arunkumar - 07-05-2011, 09:25 PM
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