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Local and wide area network

Local and wide area network

The most common type of classification of computer networks is network types in terms of size and dimensions. To classify computer networks in terms of size, we have three general categories that are almost the most famous:

Local Area Network (LAN)

Metropolitan Area Network (MAN)

Wide Area Network (WAN)

LAN

Local Area Networks (LAN)

Definition: A Local Area Network is a network that is located within a limited geographical area, such as a building or an office.

Usages: Connecting computers, printers, and other devices in an office or home.

WAN

Wide Area Networks (WAN)

Definition: Wide Area Network refers to a network that covers a larger geographic area, such as cities, countries, or even continents.

Usages: Connecting different offices of a company in different cities or countries, the Internet.

MAN

Metropolitan Area Networks (MAN)

Definition: A metropolitan area network (MAN) is a type of computer network that operates within a city or medium-sized geographic area (typically 5 to 50 kilometers). These networks are typically designed to connect multiple local area networks (LANs) in an area to facilitate data exchange between organizations, universities, or companies, and often use fiber optic or wireless technologies.

Usages: High-speed Internet infrastructure, smart city networks, enterprise communications

SD-WAN: A new solution in the field of wide area networks

SD-WAN

SD-WAN stands for Software-Defined Wide Area Networks, which uses software technologies to manage and optimize network traffic. This technology allows organizations to centrally implement and manage network policies through software.

SD-WAN Features

Central Management

SD-WAN allows network administrators to manage network policies and settings from a central console.

Traffic Optimization

Using intelligent algorithms, SD-WAN can optimize traffic based on application needs and priorities.

Cost Reduction

By using public internet connections (such as MPLS and LTE), organizations can reduce their WAN costs.

Increased Security

SD-WAN typically includes security features such as encryption and virtual firewalls that help protect data.

Usages

Organizations with multiple offices in different locations can use SD-WAN to connect these offices together.

SD-WAN helps improve the performance of cloud applications and provides a better user experience.

By using SD-WAN security features, organizations can protect their data from threats.

How SD-WAN works

SD-WAN uses a software layer to manage network traffic across different connections (such as MPLS, Internet, LTE). This software layer automatically selects the best path for traffic, thereby improving network performance.

Challenges

  • Implementation: Implementing SD-WAN may require changes to existing infrastructure.
  • Training and skills: There is a need to train employees to manage and configure SD-WAN.

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