METROPOLITAN AREA NETWORK
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 Metropolitan Area Network:
CAMPUS AREA NETWORK (CAN)
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.
