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What typically defines a Local Area Network (LAN)?
What typically defines a Local Area Network (LAN)?
Which technology is most commonly associated with Personal Area Networks?
Which technology is most commonly associated with Personal Area Networks?
What type of network would you be using if your communications are significantly slower due to the distance from your location?
What type of network would you be using if your communications are significantly slower due to the distance from your location?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a Metropolitan Area Network (MAN)?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a Metropolitan Area Network (MAN)?
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When would you typically use a WAN rather than a LAN?
When would you typically use a WAN rather than a LAN?
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What is a common use case for a Personal Area Network (PAN)?
What is a common use case for a Personal Area Network (PAN)?
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What is one method that can be used for Wide Area Network (WAN) communication?
What is one method that can be used for Wide Area Network (WAN) communication?
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Which of the following best describes the typical speed of a LAN in comparison to a WAN?
Which of the following best describes the typical speed of a LAN in comparison to a WAN?
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What is a common use of metropolitan area networks (MANs)?
What is a common use of metropolitan area networks (MANs)?
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What type of data access does a Storage Area Network (SAN) provide?
What type of data access does a Storage Area Network (SAN) provide?
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Why do Storage Area Networks typically require high bandwidth?
Why do Storage Area Networks typically require high bandwidth?
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What is a common feature of wireless Local Area Networks (WLANs)?
What is a common feature of wireless Local Area Networks (WLANs)?
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What technology is commonly used for metropolitan area networks today?
What technology is commonly used for metropolitan area networks today?
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Study Notes
Network Types
- LAN (Local Area Network): Connects devices within a building or group of nearby buildings. High bandwidth Ethernet and 802.11 wireless networks are common. Devices are close, so communication speed is high.
WAN (Wide Area Network)
- WAN (Wide Area Network): Connects locations across cities, countries, or globally. The distance necessitates slower speeds than LANs. Various technologies like point-to-point serial connections, MPLS, fiber optic cables, and satellite links are used.
PAN (Personal Area Network)
- PAN (Personal Area Network): Connects devices within a person's immediate vicinity (e.g., earbuds, headphones, car audio). This often includes Bluetooth, infrared, or NFC technologies for connecting mobile devices to car audio systems or creating workout reports.
MAN (Metropolitan Area Network)
- MAN (Metropolitan Area Network): Connects locations within a city or metropolitan area. Distances are longer than LANs, but shorter than WANs. Commonly uses metro Ethernet, with service providers handling the link between sites. Fiber optic cables are heavily used. Governments often use MANs with their already existing infrastructure.
SAN (Storage Area Network)
- SAN (Storage Area Network): A high-speed network connecting centralized storage facilities to computers. Provides block-level access (similar to local drives), often for large files and high bandwidth. These networks are usually isolated for optimal performance.
WLAN (Wireless Local Area Network)
- WLAN (Wireless Local Area Network): Wireless network within a building. Uses 802.11 technology. Range is limited and may require additional access points to extend the network.
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This quiz covers various network types including LAN, WAN, PAN, and MAN. Each type has unique characteristics, advantages, and use cases, making them suitable for different scenarios. Test your knowledge on these networking concepts!
