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local area network

n.
See LAN.
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local area network

n
(Computer Science) computing the linking of a number of different devices by cable within a system. Abbreviation: LAN
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local area network

A network of linked computers on one site, such as in an office.
Dictionary of Unfamiliar Words by Diagram Group Copyright © 2008 by Diagram Visual Information Limited
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Noun 1. [画像:local area network - a local computer network for communication between computers]local area network - a local computer network for communication between computers; especially a network connecting computers and word processors and other electronic office equipment to create a communication system between offices
busbar, bus - an electrical conductor that makes a common connection between several circuits; "the busbar in this computer can transmit data either way between any two components of the system"
computer network - (computer science) a network of computers
ethernet - a type of network technology for local area networks; coaxial cable carries radio frequency signals between computers at a rate of 10 megabits per second
WiFi, wireless fidelity, wireless local area network, WLAN - a local area network that uses high frequency radio signals to transmit and receive data over distances of a few hundred feet; uses ethernet protocol
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This agreement reportedly expands distribution of Tellabs' Optical LAN into the Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) markets.
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In direct attached storage configurations, data archiving is typically performed by either adding a tape drive to each server to perform backup and restore or by copying data across the LAN from each server to a tape library.
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WiMetrics Corporation, an industry leader in wireless LAN monitoring and intrusion protection products, has announced that Sharp Labs of America in Camas, Washington, has deployed WiMetrics' WiSentry software system to protect its facility from potentially harmful intrusions by unauthorized 802.11-based devices.
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The IVE sits between an internal LAN and all outside users, intercepting all requests.
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"Over the past year, enterprises have begun to recognize the need for real-time monitoring of wireless LANs," said John Girard, a vice president and research director in Gartner's Security research group.
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To whip up a wireless LAN, you'll need to buy a wireless network access point, which connects to your network switch or gateway router and ties your card-carrying 802.11 devices together as a network.
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These standards will increase the operating speed of wireless LANs from 2.4 to 5.0 gigahertz, and will increase security features as well, often making encryption such as SSL and HTTPS commonplace on campuses around the world.
Rethinking wireless: as wireless LANs grow on campuses across North America, academic technologists strategize for the challenges of the future
Are softbank's recent alliances with McDonald's japan mister donut and Starbucks to provide high speed wireless LAN access an exciting new revenue stream for the food industry or economic indigestion waiting to strike?
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Benefits of wireless LANs most often cited by respondents include portability, the lack of cabling, and flexibility.
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