LANliitäntöjä

LANliitäntöjä, which translates to "LAN connections" in English, refers to the physical and logical methods used to establish a network connection within a Local Area Network (LAN). A LAN is a computer network that interconnects computers within a limited area such as a residence, school, laboratory, university campus or office building. The most common type of LAN connection utilizes Ethernet technology, employing physical cables like Cat5e, Cat6, or Cat7 to link devices to a network switch or router. These cables transmit data using electrical signals. Wireless LAN (WLAN) connections, commonly known as Wi-Fi, provide a cable-free alternative using radio waves to connect devices to the network. This is achieved through wireless access points that broadcast a signal that Wi-Fi enabled devices can detect and connect to. Beyond these primary methods, other less common LAN connection types exist, including fiber optic cables for high-speed, long-distance connections within a LAN, and specialized protocols for industrial or specific networking needs. The choice of LANliitäntä depends on factors such as required speed, distance, cost, and the existing network infrastructure.