A Personal Area Network (PAN) is a confined network facilitating connections between an individual's devices, usually within several meters. This includes devices like laptops, smartphones, tablets, printers, and wearables, interconnected via technologies such as Bluetooth, USB, or infrared. PAN Characteristics:
Short-range coverage (approximately 10 meters)
Designed for individual use
Economical and simple to deploy
Appropriate for domestic and personal environments