<Tr> <Td> <Ul> <Li> </Li> <Li> </Li> <Li> </Li> </Ul> </Td> </Tr> <Ul> <Li> </Li> <Li> </Li> <Li> </Li> </Ul> <P> A local area network (LAN) is a computer network that interconnects computers within a limited area such as a residence, school, laboratory, university campus or office building . By contrast, a wide area network (WAN) not only covers a larger geographic distance, but also generally involves leased telecommunication circuits . </P> <P> Ethernet and Wi - Fi are the two most common technologies in use for local area networks . Historical technologies include ARCNET, Token ring, and AppleTalk . </P>

What is the definition of a local area network