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The document outlines different types of networks including PAN, WLAN, WAN, LAN, and HAN, detailing their advantages and disadvantages. Each network type is characterized by its coverage area, setup complexity, and security concerns. The information is aimed at Grade 11 students studying network and internet technologies.

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The document outlines different types of networks including PAN, WLAN, WAN, LAN, and HAN, detailing their advantages and disadvantages. Each network type is characterized by its coverage area, setup complexity, and security concerns. The information is aimed at Grade 11 students studying network and internet technologies.

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NETWORK AND

INTERNET Grade 11

TECHNOLOGIES
DIFFERENT TYPES OF
NETWORKS
PAN
HAN
LAN
WAN
WLAN
PERSONAL AREA NETWORK
(PAN)
Refers to a network built for a Disadvantage
single person that contains all
the devices connected to this
Distance
network. Costly
ADVANTAGES Slow data transfer
Saves space Health issues
Easy to use,no complicated set
up
Portable
Secure, files can only be
accessed by authorised
WIRELESS LOCAL AREA
NETWORK (WLAN)
Network that allows two or more Disadvantages
devices to be connected to form a
local area network on a limited Security concerns, hacking,
scale, mainly relies on radio viruses
waves rather than wired Limited coverage range
connections.
Interference, can easily be
Advantages
affected by interference from
Installation is easier as there are other wireless devices
no cables
Limited bandwidth; data
Adds mobility for people with
transfer rate decreases if the
mobile devices number of connected devices
Less chance of accidental damage increase.
WIDE AREA NETWORK
Connects more than one LAN in Disadvantages:
different places, like in cities, or High set up costs
buildings, into one big network
Maintenance issues
Advantages
Large area coverage More complex design

Higher bandwidth allowing Requires firewall and antivirus


faster data transmission software

Improved communication
LOCAL AREA NETWORK
Refers to a network which Disadvantage
connects computers together Expensive to install and
such as in schools or
universities. maintain
Network administrator is
Advantages
necessary for management
Software applications can be
If the server is faulty no one is
shared
granted access
Internet access can be
monitored
Hardware such as printers can
be shared
HOME AREA NETWORK
(HAN)
Refers to a small network that Disadvantages
usually covers a single home. Internet is slow
Security
Advantages Costly
Accessibility
Resources
More economical
Danko

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