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METROPOLITAN AREA NETWORK
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A metropolitan area network (MAN) is a high-speed network that connects local area networks (LANs) in a metropolitan area.

Main characteristics of MAN:
Areas of coverage:	MANs connect various locations such as campuses, offices, and government, that are frequently used as links between buildings.
Distance:	MANs span (cover) distance up to 100 miles (161 km).
Ownership:	MANs are owned by a group of users who jointly own and operate the network.

Type of MAN:
Campus Area Network (CAN) is a type of a 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.