How Wide Area Networks Work

Serebra Learning Corporation
This WestNet e-Learning module discusses the technologies used to connect two or more local area networks (LANs) over an extended distance, resulting in either a metropolitan area network (MAN) or wide area network (WAN). The difference between a MAN and a WAN will also be explored.
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Training Presented in:English
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How Wide Area Networks Work
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Topics

Point-to-Point WAN Services

Switched WAN Services

Choosing WAN Products and Services

Objectives
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
  • Name and describe the most common WAN point-to-point technologies
  • Explain the structure of the Digital Signal Hierarchy
  • Describe the main differences between T1 and fractional T1 (FT1) service
  • Explain the advantages a switched service offers over a pointto-point service
  • Describe the basic features of frame relay and ATM
  • Name the types of traffic and applications that are best carried by each of these services
  • Explain what a virtual private network (VPN) does
  • Compare the cost and performance of WAN services
  • Calculate file transfer times for various data rates
  • Discuss some of the factors to consider when choosing a WAN solution
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