VLAN and their benefits.   Simply expressed, a VLAN (Virtual Local Area Network) is a configured network within a network. A LAN (Local Area Network) links all clients and resources within a small private network. This network may require further differentiation e.g a business that has various departments such as Finance, HR, Sales and Management.. VLANs can be set up to exclusively interconnect departments within the LAN e.g HR and Management locating within VLAN10 and Finace and Sales locating within VLAN20. This provides a more hierarchical organisation as opposed to a flat network. It also is less susceptible to Broadcast storms, which is a form of intrusion attack They are relatively easy to set up particularly with quality devices. ... View more

Hi, My name is Mel and I look after the voice and data network for Stevenson Astrosat in Edinburgh U.K My career has always been in telecommunications both as an engineer and manager. I am relatively new to IP networks and it's a very steep learning curve. Thankfully there are people in communities and forums that are keen to help which is reassuring. Already had some sound advice from the community and the Meraki support team so off to a great start. ... View more