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MAN

Definition: A metropolitan area network (MAN) is a
                    high-speed network that connects local area
                    networks (LANs) in a metropolitan area
                    such as campuses,offices, and government,
                    that are frequently used as links between
                    buildings.
 Main Characteristic:
  • Area of coverage: MANs connects local area
    networks (LANs) in a metropolitan area such as campuses, offices and goverment, that are frequently
    used as links between buildings.
  • ownership: MANs are owned by a group of users who jointly own and operate the network.




CAMPUS AREA NETWORK (CAN)
 Type of MAN (Metropolitan Area Network)
  • Campus Area Network (CAN)

Campus Area Network (CAN)

  • Campus Area Network (CAN) is a type of computer
    network interconnecting a few local area networks (LANs)
    within a university campus or corporate campus
  • Campus area network may link a variety of campus buildings including departments, the university
    library and student halls of residence.