LAN
LAN stands for "Local Area Network" or "Local Network" in Slovak. It is a network that connects devices in a limited geographic area, such as a home, office, school campus, or building. The goal of a LAN is to allow devices to communicate with each other and share resources and information.
LAN operation:
Topology: A LAN can be physically connected in a variety of ways, such as Ethernet cables, wireless connections, or optical fibers. It can have different topologies such as star, bus, ring and others.
Devices: A LAN includes various devices such as computers, printers, servers, switches, routers and others. These devices connect to a network and communicate with each other.
IP addresses: Each device in a LAN can be assigned an IP address that allows it to identify and communicate with other devices on the network.
Communication: Devices on a LAN can communicate using various protocols and services such as file sharing, printing services, Internet connection sharing, and more.
Management: A LAN can be managed using a variety of tools and technologies. A network administrator can set access rights, monitor traffic, and troubleshoot problems.
LAN usage:
Homes: In homes, a LAN is used to connect various devices such as computers, phones, televisions, and game consoles to a single network. This allows sharing of files, printers and internet connections.
Offices and companies: LAN allows employees in offices and companies to communicate, share data and collaborate on projects. Internal servers and databases can also be part of the LAN.
Schools and educational institutions: LAN is used to connect computers in classrooms and laboratories. It allows educational institutions to share content and provide access to online resources.
Economy and Industry: In industrial environments, LANs are used to monitor and control equipment and processes such as production lines, sensors and robots.
In summary, a LAN is a type of network that allows devices to be connected in a limited space in order to ensure communication, resource sharing and efficient management of various activities.
