Difference between Ethernet and LAN

Ethernet and LAN both are networks. Ethernet works as a base for LAN.

Following are the important differences between Ethernet and LAN.

Sr. No. Key Ethernet LAN

Definition Ethernet represents Prevalent LAN stands for Local Area Network.
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Packet Switched LAN.
2 Topology Ethernet uses bus and star topology. LAN uses bus, star and ring topology.
3 Control Ethernet control is decentralized. LAN control is centralized.
Transmission Guided Transmission media is used Both guided and non-guided transmission
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Media in Ethernet. media are used in LAN.
5 Reliability Ethernet reliability is low. LAN reliability is high.
Transmission Limitations appears in ethernet No limitation problem in LAN during
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during transmission. transmission.