Types of networks
Networks[1]
There are different types of networks. Common types of networks are: WAN and LAN. There are other types of networks as well: SAN, MAN, BAN, IAN and others. Each network type helps us understand the purpose, design goals, and scale of the network. For example if we say a network is a LAN, we can assume it is a local network, probably in one building or in a reasonably restricted area. We might make an assumption that a LAN has a certain number of devices connected to it. However, if we say a network is a WAN, we might assume it is much larger, and designed to accommodate a much, much larger number of devices.
A visual representation of a LAN and a WAN.[2]
Do you understand this topic?[edit]
At the minimum, you should be able to:
- Identify the different types of networks
- Outline the major differences between types networks
Do you have an advanced understanding about this topic?[edit]
If you want an advanced understanding of this topic, try answering the questions below:
- Design a network based on description of an organizational size and scope
- Estimate the type of network needed for a specific use-case.
What you MUST know about this topic[edit]
- Identify different types of networks. Level 2
References[edit]
- ↑ http://www.flaticon.com/
- ↑ By Gateway_firewall.svg: Harald Mühlböckderivative work: Ggia (talk) - Gateway_firewall.svg, CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=15177011