LAN (Local Area Network)

A network of computers that generally spans a small area, such as a single building.

Usually refers to a network of computers in a single building or other discrete location.

A Local Area Network (LAN) is a group of devices connected with various communications technologies in a small geographic area. Ethernet is the most widely-used LAN technology. Communication on a LAN can either be with Peer-to-Peer devices or Client-Server devices.

A network of interconnected workstations sharing the resources of a single processor or server, typically within the area of a small office building.