ALL meanings of lan
local area network
L l - noun Technical meaning of lan (networking) (LAN) A data communications network which is geographically limited (typically to a 1 km radius) allowing easy interconnection of terminals, microprocessors and computers within adjacent buildings. Ethernet and FDDI are examples of standard LANs. Because the network is known to cover only a small area, optimisations can be made in the network signal protocols that permit data rates up to 100Mb/s. See also token ring, wide area network, metropolitan area network.. 2
- noun lan a system for linking private telecommunications equipment, as in a building or cluster of buildings. 2
- noun lan Computers. a system for linking personal computers and workstations with each other in order to share data, devices, programs, etc.: usually confined to one office, building, or home. Compare network (def 3). 2
- countable noun lan A LAN is a group of personal computers and associated equipment that are linked by cable, for example in an office building, and that share a communications line. LAN is an abbreviation for 'local area network'. 1
- abbreviation LAN local area network 1