Metropolitan Area Network




(MAN) A data network intended to serve an area the size of a large city.

Such networks are being implemented by innovative techniques, such as running optical fibre through subway tunnels.

A popular example of a MAN is SMDS.

See also Local Area Network, Wide Area Network.



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