virtual local area network (VLAN)

virtual local area network (VLAN): A computer network using internetworks as data links that are transparent for users and that do not have restrictions on protocols, so that the network has the characteristics of a local area network. Note: Data links over internetworks often use tunneling. [2382-pt.35]

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