What is a Metropolitan Area Network (MAN)?

A Metropolitan Area Network (MAN) refers to a type of computer network that spans a city or a large metropolitan area, typically covering distances of up to tens of miles. MANs are designed to connect multiple local area networks (LANs) and provide high-speed data transmission for businesses, government organizations, and educational institutions within the same geographical area. MANs are often used to interconnect various LANs and support data, voice, and video communication over a broader geographic region than a typical LAN.