Types of Computer Networks

1. PAN (Personal Area Network)

This type of network covers a smaller area, for example in offices and homes. Usually, many are used only for internet purposes, as well as printers. And does not require large resources to use the PAN network.

2. LAN (Local Area Network)

LAN network serves to connect network devices in conditions of relatively small coverage. Lan is one type of computer network that is commonly found. An example of implementing a LAN network is a network system at schools, offices, and homes. Many people tend to use certain connectivity, especially on token ring and ethernet. In addition, LAN also provides wireless network technology using WIfi and better known as WLAN (Wireless Local Area Network).

3. CAN (Campus Area Network)

CAN network can be said to have similarities with MAN, but is more limited in the scope of the campus or academia. For this network, it is mostly used for lab practice, e-mail, class updates, and so on.

4. MAN (Metropolitan Area Network)

MAN is a network that connects one computer device to another within the scope of the city on the same network. This type of network is larger than a LAN network.

5. WAN (Wide Area Network)

WAN is a collection of LANs that are geographically dispersed. WAN networks tend to use technologies such as ATM, X.25, and Frame Relay for even longer distance connectivity.

6. Internet

The Internet is the largest computer network ever created by humans. The scope of the internet covers almost all corners of the world. Anyone can access various sources of information on various computer devices, such as PCs, smartphones, laptops, tablets, TVs, and so on.

7. VPN (Virtual Private Network)

VPN is a solution to provide a more secure internet connection. VPN can create a secure path for data transmission needs. Currently, there are many platforms that sell VPNs for free, or provide premium access.