# Networks LXD supports different network types for [Managed networks](https://canonical.com/lxd/docs/latest/explanation/networks/index.html.md#managed-networks). ## Fully controlled networks Fully controlled networks create and manage their own network interfaces, supporting features like IP management and network ACLs, forwards, and zones. LXD supports the following network types: * [Bridge network](https://canonical.com/lxd/docs/latest/reference/network_bridge/index.html.md) * [OVN network](https://canonical.com/lxd/docs/latest/reference/network_ovn/index.html.md) ## External networks External networks use interfaces that already exist. As a result, LXD has limited control over them, and LXD networking features like ACLs, forwards, and zones are not supported. External networks mainly serve as uplink networks, providing a parent interface for connecting instances or other networks. They also specify the configuration presets applied when making those connections. LXD supports the following external network types: * [Macvlan network](https://canonical.com/lxd/docs/latest/reference/network_macvlan/index.html.md) * [Physical network](https://canonical.com/lxd/docs/latest/reference/network_physical/index.html.md) * [SR-IOV network](https://canonical.com/lxd/docs/latest/reference/network_sriov/index.html.md) ## Related topics How-to guides: - [Networking](https://canonical.com/lxd/docs/latest/networks/index.html.md#networking) Explanation: - [Networking setups](https://canonical.com/lxd/docs/latest/explanation/networks/index.html.md#networks)