a computer network covering a small physical area

What Is a Local Area Network (LAN)? A Guide to Small-Scale Networking

A local area network (LAN) is a crucial tech infrastructure connecting devices in a small area. It emerged in 1979 for the European Parliament’s electronic voting system. LANs have revolutionised how we share resources and communicate. LANs link computers and devices across homes, schools, and offices within a one-kilometre radius. These networks use Ethernet and…