Computer Network, Uses, Advantages, Disadvantages , Types(LAN,MAN,WAN,PAN)

1. Laiba Arif
CS-301

2. Disadvantage
Network
 Uses
Advantages
Types of networks

3. Networks icon
What is Networking?
Networking refers to the practice of connecting people
with industry or field of interest to exchange information,
ideas, contacts, and resources. Effective networking
involves communication, relationship-building skills, and
the ability to create mutually beneficial connections.
Network Criteria

4. Uses of Networks
 Information Sharing
 Communication
 E-commerce
 Healthcare
 Education
 Entertainment
 Resource Sharing
 Social Networking
 Energy Networking
 Business Operations
 Transportation and Logistics
 Data Sharing and Collaboration

5. Types of Networks
 LAN (Local Area Network): Connects devices
within a limited area like a home, office, or campus.
 WAN (Wide Area Network): Spans a large
geographical area, connecting multiple LANs and
enabling long-distance communication.
 MAN (Metropolitan Area Network): Covers a
larger area than LAN but smaller than WAN, typically
within a city or metropolitan area.
 PAN (Personal Area network): provides data
transmission among devices such as computers, smartphones,
tablets and personal digital assistants.

6. LAN (Local Area Network)
MAN (Metropolitan Area Network)
WAN (Wide Area Network)
PAN (Personal Area network)
 < 1Mbps
 Short Range
 High Speed
 Negligible
 11 to 54 Mbps
 Medium Range
 High Speed
 Inexpensive
 11 to 100+Mbps
 Medium-Long
 Moderate Speed
 Moderate Expensive
 100 to 384 Mbps
 Long Range
 Low Speed
 Expensive

7. Advantages And Disadvantages of Network
Advantages Disadvantages
 Stay Informed
 Social Support
 Personal Growth
 Business Growth
 Resource Sharing
 Knowledge Sharing
 Professional Support
 Career Advancement
 Access to Opportunities
Cost
Complexity
Security Risks
Privacy Concerns
Performance Issues
Potential for Misuse
Compatibility Issues
Dependency on Electricity
Dependency on Infrastructure

8. FAQ’s on Network
 Purpose of Networking
 What’s the importance of networking?
 Comparison between LAN,MAN,PAN and WAN
 What is the difference between a private network and a public network?
Which of the following is not a benefit of computer
network?
 Reduce hardware costs
 Connect people
 Enable shared applications
 Produce high quality programs