what is the diff. between LAN and DSL- how do they work - which is better?

Answer 1

A LAN is a local area network. This is the network of pcs, switches, network printers, etc within one subnet. A router would be the network device that interfaces the LAN to the internet. A small office or home's network is a small LAN.

DSL is a Digital Subscriber Link. This is one way a telephone company can deliver high speed Internet. DSL signal is imposed on the same copper wire pair that brings you voice so this makes DSL less costly.

A LAN with a router can interface to the Internet. DSL can be a way (not the only way) to provide Internet service to the LAN. Another common household Internet delivery is cable tv's cable internet servce.

The LAN works on the ethernet standard.

Because LAN and DSL have different purposes they are not in competition and neither is better than the other.

Answer 2

Well a LAN is a local are network and it is used to bring 1 internet connection to lots of people, and dsl is a faster alternative to dial up, and a LAN is usually connected to a really fast connection so it can be shared no problem, and DSL is a way to get internet... thats the difference

Answer 3

These are totally different items. LAN is a local area network, a connection between machines in the same workgroup. DSL is a digital telephone connection carrying telephone and network signalling on the same cable to provide a high speed connection.

Answer 4

Dsl is the protocol of the signal you internet provider sends you.And LAN is the protocol that connects from the router or modem to the computer wich can also be wireless.

Answer 5

i dont know about lan but i think dsl is better because the price is really cheap now and i am using it right now lol

Answer 6

u must be confused

LAN= local area network, which is a common type of network for home users

DSL=digital subscriber line, which is a type of modem

Answer 7

Here are some definations:
http://www.custom-computerz.com/forums/networking/13054-acronyms.html