A wide area network (WAN) is a large computer network that connects groups of computers over large distances. WANs are often used by large businesses to connect their office … See more

A local area network (LAN) is a network confined to a small, localized area. Home WiFi networks and small business networks are common examples of LANs. Typically, whoever m… See more

LANs typically exist in a contained area and usually share a single central point of Internet connection. WANs are designed to provide network connectivity over long distances. … See more

One of the ways that organizations connect their LANs to form a WAN is by using something called a leased line. A leased line is a direct network connection rented from a larg… See more

If a company does not want to pay for a leased line, they can connect their LANs using tunneling. In networking, tunneling is a method for encapsulating data packets* within othe… See more