Definition:
A local area network (LAN) supplies networking capability to a group of computers in close proximity to each other as in an office building, a school or a home. A LAN is useful for sharing resources such as files, printers, games or other applications. A LAN in turn often connects to other LANs and the Internet or other WAN.
A local area network (LAN) supplies networking capability to a group of computers in close proximity to each other as in an office building, a school or a home. A LAN is useful for sharing resources such as files, printers, games or other applications. A LAN in turn often connects to other LANs and the Internet or other WAN.
