Chapter 7, Problem 1Q

Explanation of Solution

Local area network (LAN):

• • Local area network (LAN) is a collection of small computer or other workstation devices placed within a confined area such as a single room, building or group of buildings by a common cable.
• • It can be a part of a bigger backbone network connected to other LANs, a host workstation or public networks.
• • LANs are capable of transmitting data at very fast rates, when compared with the data transmitted over a telephone line.
  • ○ Only limited distance and limited number of computers can be attached to a single LAN.