A local area network (lan) is a computer network that interconnects computers within a limited area such as a residence, campus, or building, [1][2][3] and has its network equipment and interconnects … A local area network (lan) is a network contained within a small geographic area, usually within the same building. Home wifi networks and small business networks are common examples of lans.

A lan can be small or large, ranging from a home network with one …