Introduction to Virtual LAN (VLAN) An overview of VLAN technology and its applications.
What is VLAN? VLAN (Virtual Local Area Network) is a technology that allows network segmentation. Benefits of VLANs: - Enhanced security - Improved network performance - Simplified management
Why Use VLANs? Network Segmentation: - Divides large networks into smaller segments Enhanced Security: - Isolates sensitive data Improved Performance: - Reduces broadcast traffic
How VLAN Works VLAN tagging and frame identification: - Tags are added to Ethernet frames - Switches identify VLAN membership using tags
Types of VLANs 1. Data VLAN 2. Voice VLAN 3. Management VLAN 4. Native VLAN
VLAN Configuration Access Port: - Connects end devices to VLAN Trunk Port: - Carries multiple VLANs between switches
VLAN Trunking Protocol (VTP) VTP simplifies VLAN management across switches by distributing VLAN information. VTP Domain: A group of switches sharing VLAN information.