Types of Network

Types of Network:-

The computer networks vary in size, complexity and geographical spread. Mostly on the basis of a geographical spread, there are three basic types of networks, which are:
1. Local Area Network (LAN)
2. Metropolitan Area Network (MAN)
3. Wide Area Network (WAN)
Local Area Network (LAN): It is a small computer network that is confined to a localized area, such as a building, an office or a factory. LANs are found in most business enterprise, government offices, and educational institutions. The key purpose of a LAN is to serve its users in sharing data, information, programs, printer, hard disk, modem, etc. In this network, computers are mostly connected with a physical medium such as a twisted pair cable or coaxial cable.