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Benefits |
Description |
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Smaller Broadcast Domains |
Dividing the LAN reduces the number of devices in the broadcast domain |
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Improved Security |
Users in the same VLAN can have different security than other users |
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Improved IT Efficiency |
VLANs can group devices with similar requirements, e.g. faculty vs. students |
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Reduced Cost |
One switch can support multiple groups or VLANs |
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Better Performance |
Small broadcast domains reduce traffic, improving bandwidth |
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Simpler Management |
Allows grouping of Resources to match Geographic Requirements |