What is the full form of WAN
What is the full form of WAN
WAN: Wide Area Network
WAN stands for Wide Area Network. WAN is a computer network that extends over a wide geographical area. WAN can contain multiple smaller networks, such as Local Area Network (LAN) and Metropolitan Area Network (MAN).
Typically, a WAN consists of two or more local-area networks (LANs). Computers connected to a wide-area network are often connected through public networks, such as the telephone system. They can also be connected through leased lines or satellites.
Advantages of WAN
- It covers large geographical area which enhances the reach of organisation to transmit data quickly and cheaply
- The data can be stored in centralised manner because of remote access to data provided by WAN
- The travel charges that are needed to cover the geographical area of work can be minimised
- WAN enables a user or organisation to connect with the world very easily and allows to exchange data and do business at global level.
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