
LAN vs VLAN: Key Differences Explained
Explore the differences between Local Area Networks (LANs) and Virtual Local Area Networks (VLANs), including devices, coverage, protocols, and applications.
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Explore the differences between Local Area Networks (LANs) and Virtual Local Area Networks (VLANs), including devices, coverage, protocols, and applications.
VLANs logically group Ethernet switch ports to create independent networks. This isolation is achieved by manipulating frame forwarding and adding a special field to Ethernet frames.
Explore the pros and cons of Virtual Local Area Networks (VLANs), covering benefits like enhanced security and drawbacks like implementation complexity.
Explore VLAN tagging and untagging, including the 802.1q standard, frame structure, and configuration. Learn how VLANs improve network management and traffic control.
Explore the differences between VTP (VLAN Trunking Protocol) and DTP (Dynamic Trunking Protocol) in networking. Understand their functions, modes, features, and advantages.
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