Definition of LAN

1. Noun. 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.

Exact synonyms: Local Area Network
Terms within: Bus, Busbar
Generic synonyms: Computer Network
Specialized synonyms: Ethernet, Wifi, Wireless Fidelity, Wireless Local Area Network, Wlan

Definition of LAN

1. Noun. (computing) acronym for local area network, contrasted with WAN, or wide area network. An interconnection of computers that are in relatively close proximity to each other, such as within a building. ¹

2. Noun. (computing) A network on which all devices communicate using OSI model device layer addressing; (Internet) A network on which all communication is delivered by way of MAC address. A network which is not routed. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Lexicographical Neighbors of LAN

L4
L49-sFv-beta-lactamase
L5
LA
LAB
LABA
LABLINK
LACI
LAE
LAER
LAH
LAIV
LAK
LAMB syndrome
LAMP
LAN (current term)
LANAP
LAN parties
LAN party
LANs
LAO
LAOS
LAPAN
LAPD
LARP
LARPed
LARPer
LARPers
LARPing
LARPs

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