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Overview of Network Types and Uses

The document outlines different types of networks including LAN, MAN, and WAN, detailing their coverage areas, typical uses, pros, and cons. It also describes mobile networks from 2G to 5G, highlighting their functionalities and limitations. Additionally, it covers wireless technologies like Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, emphasizing their applications and restrictions.

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Overview of Network Types and Uses

The document outlines different types of networks including LAN, MAN, and WAN, detailing their coverage areas, typical uses, pros, and cons. It also describes mobile networks from 2G to 5G, highlighting their functionalities and limitations. Additionally, it covers wireless technologies like Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, emphasizing their applications and restrictions.

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Network Type Description Typical Use Pros Cons Examples

Small area network Connects devices


LAN (Local Area Fast speed, easy to Limited coverage Office network, home
(home, office). within one building
Network) manage, low cost. area. Wi-Fi network.
Wired or wireless. or office.

City-wide
Covers a city or
MAN (Metropolitan Offices or campuses Covers larger area than More expensive and government
campus. Connects
Area Network) in a city. LAN, good speed. complex than LAN. networks, university
multiple LANs.
campuses.

Large area network Connects offices Covers very large areas, Slower speeds, high The Internet,
WAN (Wide Area
(countries, across regions or supports global cost, complex multinational
Network)
continents). the internet. communication. setup. company networks.

Network Types

Mobile Networks
Mobile Network What It Does Used For Pros Cons
2G Basic calls and texts Phone calls, texting Works almost everywhere Very slow internet
3G Faster internet than 2G Browsing, emails Better internet speed Slower than newer networks
4G Fast internet Streaming videos, games Very fast, good coverage Not everywhere yet
5G Super fast internet Very fast downloads Extremely fast, low delay Still new and not everywhere

Wireless Networks

Wireless What It Does Used For Good Things Limitations


Technology
Connects devices wirelessly to Home, office internet Limited range, can get
Wi-Fi Fast speeds, easy to use
the internet access crowded
Short-range connection between Headphones, keyboards, Low power, simple Short range, slower than
Bluetooth
devices phones connection Wi-Fi

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