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ALSO CALLED: Networks, Local Area Networks DEFINITION: A local area network (LAN) is a group of computers and associated devices that share a common communications line or wireless link. Typically, connected devices share the resources of a single processor or server within a small geographic area (for example, within an office building). Usually, the server has applications and data storage that are shared in common by multiple computer users. A local … Definition continues below.
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Upgrading Data Center Network Architecture to 10 Gigabit Ethernet sponsored by Dell, Inc. WHITE PAPER: To accommodate increasing demands that data center growth places on networks, it is important to think of converting data center network architecture to 10GbE connections. Posted: 30 Nov 2011 \| Published: 30 Nov 2011 TOPICS: 10 Gigabit Ethernet \| Data Center Consolidation \| Data Center Networking \| LAN \| Network Architectures \| Network Infrastructure \| Network Management \| Network Performance \| Networking \| SAN \| SAN and Virtualization \| TCO

Simplifying the Network with 10 Gigabit Ethernet Unified Networking sponsored by Dell, Inc. WHITE PAPER: Unified networking over the 10 Gigabit Ethernet in the data center offers numerous benefits for the virtualized data center. Posted: 30 Nov 2011 \| Published: 30 Nov 2011 TOPICS: 10 Gigabit Ethernet \| Cloud Computing \| Data Center Consolidation \| Data Center Networking \| Ethernet Networks \| Fibre Channel \| Fibre Channel SAN \| iSCSI SAN \| LAN \| NAS \| Network Traffic Management \| SAN \| SAN and Virtualization \| Storage for Virtualized Servers

Unified Networking on 10 Gigabit Ethernet sponsored by Dell, Inc. WHITE PAPER: Unified networking over 10 Gigabit Ethernet in the data center offers many benefits, including a simpler infrastructure, lower equipment and power costs, and the flexibility to evolve as the virtualized data center does. Posted: 29 Nov 2011 \| Published: 29 Nov 2011 TOPICS: 10 Gigabit Ethernet \| Data Center Networking \| Data Centers \| Ethernet Networks \| Fibre Channel \| iSCSI SAN \| LAN \| SAN \| SAN and Virtualization

Implementing a unified networking fabric in virtualized data centers sponsored by Dell, Inc. WHITE PAPER: IT organizations have the ability to simplify data center connectivity and reduce costs if they consolidate LAN, NAS, iSCI SAN, and Fibre Channel SAN traffic onto a single 10 Gigabit Ethernet wire. Posted: 29 Nov 2011 \| Published: 29 Nov 2011 TOPICS: 10 Gigabit Ethernet \| Converged Networks \| Fibre Channel \| Fibre Channel SAN \| iSCSI SAN \| LAN \| NAS \| Network Architectures \| Network Capacity \| Network Convergence \| Network Design \| Network Infrastructure \| Network Management \| Network Traffic Management \| Networking \| Networking Hardware \| VMware

Converging Storage and Data Networks in the Data Center sponsored by Dell, Inc. WHITE PAPER: Access this resource to learn more about a solution that will enable them to consolidate data and storage traffic onto one single consolidated data center fabric. Posted: 22 Nov 2011 \| Published: 22 Nov 2011 TOPICS: 10 Gigabit Ethernet \| Converged Networks \| Data Center Consolidation \| Data Center Networking \| Fibre Channel \| LAN \| Network Convergence \| Network Infrastructure \| Network Management \| Network Performance \| Storage Management \| Switching

Virtualizing Your Cisco Unified Communications with Cisco UCS sponsored by Global Knowledge WHITE PAPER: This white paper highlights the advantages of virtualizing your Cisco Unified Communications using the Cisco Unified Computing System (UCS). Posted: 15 Apr 2011 \| Published: 15 Apr 2011 TOPICS: Data Center Design \| Data Center Management \| Data Centers \| LAN \| Storage Management \| Unified Messaging \| Unified Messaging Systems \| VLAN

Understanding the pros and cons of network virtualization sponsored by Datalink and NetApp EGUIDE: This expert E-Guide from SearchServerVirtualization.com explains the benefits of virtualizing the network. Find out how to utilize this technology to combine multiple networks into a single logical network. Plus, get answers to common questions about network virtualization technology to ensure a smooth transition. Posted: 29 Nov 2011 \| Published: 29 Nov 2011 TOPICS: LAN \| Network Architectures \| Network Infrastructure \| Network Management \| Server Virtualization \| Virtual Machine \| Virtual Machine Backups \| Virtual Machine Migration \| VLAN \| VM \| WAN

Simplifying Network Management with Enterasys: Reducing the complexity and cost of network management with OneFabric™ sponsored by Enterasys WHITE PAPER: Traditional network architectures often cannot effectively support the business because they fail to meet the requirements needed. Review traditional architectures used in businesses today and see a new unified architecture that can bring existing IT fabrics into a single end-to-end network fabric. Posted: 23 Nov 2011 \| Published: 23 Nov 2011 TOPICS: Cloud Computing \| Data Center Consolidation \| Data Center Management \| Data Center Networking \| LAN \| Network Architectures \| Network Design \| Network Infrastructure \| Network Management \| Network Monitoring \| Network Performance \| Network Security \| VDI \| VLAN \| WLAN

Accelerating Revenue through Carrier Ethernet Service Differentiation sponsored by InfoVista Corporation WHITE PAPER: Many CSPs are looking towards Carrier Ethernet services – a way to more rapidly and efficiently deliver the bandwidth requirements and service requirements. If not properly managed, however, operating costs could end up increasing instead of being cost-effective. Posted: 22 Nov 2011 \| Published: 22 Nov 2011 TOPICS: Bandwidth Management \| Ethernet Networks \| Ethernet Protocols \| LAN \| Metro Ethernet Networks \| Network Architectures \| Network Infrastructure \| Network Management \| Network Management Services \| Network Performance \| Network Traffic Management \| Networking

EX Series Ethernet Switches sponsored by Juniper Networks, Inc. WHITE PAPER: High-performance businesses demand a high-performance network infrastructure that provides fast, secure and reliable delivery of the applications that drive the business. Switches deployed in regional offices, campuses and data centers enable these business processes by connecting users. Posted: 15 Nov 2011 \| Published: 15 Nov 2011 TOPICS: Energy Efficiency \| Ethernet Networks \| Ethernet Switches \| Gigabit Ethernet \| High Performance Computing \| Infrastructure Management \| LAN \| QOS \| Security \| Switched Ethernet \| Switches \| TCO \| WLAN

North Carolina Center for Automotive Research uses borderless network to keep engineers connected to data and services anywhere, anytime sponsored by Cisco Systems, Inc. CASE STUDY: This case study demonstrates how one organization used borderless network technology to help them grow substantially in a short amount of time. Posted: 10 Oct 2011 \| Published: 10 Oct 2011 TOPICS: LAN \| Network Architectures \| Network Best Practices \| Network Configuration Management \| Network Design \| Network Infrastructure \| Network Management \| Network Performance \| Network Security \| Networking \| WLAN \| WLAN Management

Expert guide: Understanding cloud types and benefits sponsored by SAVVIS EGUIDE: This e-guide provides the answers to the most pressing questions in regards to cloud computing. Uncover what you need to know about cloud computing services, the different types of clouds available, top benefits and how to take full advantage and more. Posted: 09 Sep 2011 \| Published: 09 Sep 2011 TOPICS: Cloud Computing \| Cloud Management \| Cloud Storage Services \| Data Center Networking \| Data Centers \| LAN \| Network Infrastructure \| Network Management \| Networking \| Virtual Machine

The iEverything Enterprise: Understanding and Addressing IT's Dilemma in a World Dominated by Wireless Smart Devices sponsored by Aerohive Networks WHITE PAPER: Virtualization, cloud computing and wireless technologies are providing gains in productivity and cost savings. Enterprise applications can now be delivered to almost any device, regardless of whether they are issued corporately or personally owned. Learn how almost every IT department is experiencing the effects of smart device adoption. Posted: 09 Sep 2011 \| Published: 09 Sep 2011 TOPICS: Health Care Networking \| LAN \| Network Management \| Network Performance \| VPN \| Wireless Computing \| Wireless Infrastructure \| Wireless Networks

RF Management sponsored by SearchNetworking.com VIRTUAL SEMINAR: This IT decision center discusses the types of RF management offered in their wireless solutions. Posted: 07 Sep 2011 \| Premiered: 20 Sep 2011 TOPICS: LAN \| LAN Hardware \| Network Management \| Networking \| Wireless Home Networks \| Wireless Infrastructure \| Wireless Internet \| Wireless Networks \| Wireless Systems \| WLAN

Best Practices for Assuring VoIP Performance sponsored by AppNeta WHITE PAPER: Since no two networks are exactly the same, no two network assurance programs will be either. Fortunately, PathView Cloud adapts to your needs, and provides a complete approach. Posted: 07 Sep 2011 \| Published: 07 Sep 2011 TOPICS: IP Phones \| IP Telephony \| LAN \| LAN Telephony \| Network Management \| Networking \| Unified Messaging \| Unified Messaging Systems \| Voice Networking \| VoIP \| WAN

A Virtual Bridges Briefing Paper sponsored by CDG in association with Virtual Bridges WHITE PAPER: Most VDI solutions available today to solve the branch user problem require complex installation and configuration processes, along with ongoing intensive IT management. With branch VDI technologies, users get a LAN-like desktop experience with decreased IT complexity and faster deployment times. Posted: 07 Sep 2011 \| Published: 07 Sep 2011 TOPICS: Desktop Management \| Desktop Virtualization \| LAN \| Remote Network Management \| Remote Offices \| Virtual Desktop Infrastructure

Optimization is for the Clouds sponsored by Riverbed Technology, Inc. WHITE PAPER: This paper begins with an outline of the characteristics of computing from a distance, describes how WAN optimization of cloud resources improves the user experience, explains how Riverbed’s Cloud Steelhead achieves this, and concludes with several deployment examples. Posted: 06 Sep 2011 \| Published: 06 Sep 2011 TOPICS: Amazon Web Services \| Application Programming Interfaces \| Cloud Computing \| High Performance Computing \| LAN \| Private Cloud \| Software as a Service \| Storage Optimization \| WAN

Life Critical Networks for 21st Century Healthcare sponsored by SearchHealthIT.com EGUIDE: Because of the lifesaving nature of the networked devices, healthcare facilities need networks that are different than ordinary businesses. The network has to be designed to never go down, to accommodate fluctuating workloads and a variety of other requirements. Access this e-guide to learn more about the importance of healthcare networks. Posted: 18 Aug 2011 \| Published: 17 Aug 2011 TOPICS: EHR (Electronic Health Records) \| Health Care Industry \| Health Care Networking \| LAN \| Network Convergence \| Network Management \| WAN \| Wireless Networks

Intel® Ethernet for Unified Networking sponsored by Intel MICROSITE: This video explains why 10 Gigabit Ethernet (10GbE) is the foundation for unified networking, and provides details on how Intel can provide support for Open FCoE, LAN, and SAN traffic on your ethernet network. Posted: 05 Jul 2011 \| Published: 05 Jul 2011 TOPICS: Gigabit Ethernet \| LAN \| Network Architectures \| Network Infrastructure \| Networking \| SAN \| SAN and Virtualization \| Server Virtualization

Building Secure Wireless LANs sponsored by Aerohive Networks WHITE PAPER: This white paper provides a holistic view of Wi-Fi security, offering guidelines to deploy a wireless network that’s as secure as your wired one. Posted: 06 Jun 2011 \| Published: 02 Jun 2011 TOPICS: LAN \| Network Performance \| Network Security \| Security Infrastructure \| Security Management \| WAN \| Wireless Security \| Wireless WAN

IT in Europe: Networking Edition: Wired and Wireless: Can you achieve an integrated network? sponsored by SearchNetworking.co.UK EZINE: This European edition of Network Evolution E-Zine discusses the myths surrounding integrated wired and wireless LANs, security considerations, and wireless and mobile technology trends the UK should be on the lookout for. Posted: 01 Jun 2011 \| Published: 01 Jun 2011 TOPICS: LAN \| Network Design \| Network Infrastructure \| WAN \| Wireless Infrastructure \| Wireless Internet \| Wireless WAN

HP FlexBranch Office Solution Transforming Branch Experience sponsored by HP & Intel® WHITE PAPER: Branch office solutions based upon converged infrastructure can deliver higher levels of security to ensure data protection and prevent costly, damaging breaches. Read this set of documents to learn more about servers, storage and network resources can be safely shared without inhibiting system response and availability. Posted: 26 May 2011 \| Published: 26 May 2011 TOPICS: Application Infrastructure \| Branch Capture Software \| Converged Networks \| LAN \| Server Hardware \| Server Virtualization \| WAN

NHS Trust Enhances Healthcare with Juniper Networks sponsored by Juniper Networks, Inc. WHITE PAPER: The Belfast H&SC Trust had recognized the benefits of wireless technology, but the existing network was proving increasingly difficult to manage. A Juniper Networks Wireless LAN Portfolio pilot was deployed, proving to be a success in terms of its stability, security and manageability allowing centralized management at the touch of a button. Posted: 20 May 2011 \| Published: 20 May 2011 TOPICS: Health Care Industry \| Health Care Security \| Health Care Software \| LAN \| Network Security \| Wi-Fi \| Wireless Networks \| Wireless Security

Hospital Improves Patient Care and Clinician Productivity with WLAN sponsored by Juniper Networks, Inc. WHITE PAPER: To facilitate high-quality patient care, Memorial Hospital deployed a wireless LAN to provide both data and voice access throughout the facility. The instantaneous communication and broad information access has significantly improved the quality of patient care, because it lets staff spend more time caring for patients and less time on paperwork. Posted: 20 May 2011 \| Published: 20 May 2011 TOPICS: Health Care Applications Software \| LAN \| Mobile Device Management \| Security \| Security Architectures \| Voice Networking \| VoIP \| Wi-Fi \| Wireless Security

LogMeIn Rescue sponsored by LogMeIn, Inc. TRIAL SOFTWARE: LogMeIn Rescue lets internal and external IT provide on-demand remote support for PCs, Macs or smartphones. Now IT can access and control the device, to diagnose and solve the problems quickly and securely anytime, anywhere. Posted: 02 May 2011 \| Premiered: 02 May 2011 TOPICS: Call Center Software \| LAN \| Mobile CRM \| Mobile Device Management \| Mobile Device Management Software \| Remote Access Software \| Smart Phones

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LAN DEFINITION (continued): … area network may serve as few as two or three users (for example, in a home network) or as many as thousands of users (for example, in an FDDI network). Major local area network technologies are: Ethernet Token Ring FDDI Ethernet is by far the most commonly used LAN technology. A number of corporations use the Token Ring technology. FDDI is sometimes used as a backbone LAN interconnecting Ethernet or Token Ring LANs. Another LAN technology, ARCNET, once the most commonly installed LAN technology, is still used in the industrial automation industry.Typically, …
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