Types of Network Networks

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Match the following network types with their descriptions:

MAN = Small network that uses wireless and/or wired technology within a limited area WAN = Network made up of many smaller networks covering a large geographical area GAN = Network intended for supporting mobile communications across various wireless coverage areas VPN = Computer network where some links between nodes are carried by virtual circuits in a larger network

Match the following technologies with their use in connecting to the Internet:

DSL = Technology used to connect a single computer or LAN to the Internet Cable Internet = Technology used to connect a single computer or LAN to the Internet Satellite = Technology used to connect a single computer or LAN to the Internet Cellular WAN = Technology used to connect a single computer or LAN to the Internet

Match the following terms with their definitions:

Virtual Private Network (VPN) = Network where some links between nodes are carried by virtual circuits instead of physical wires Wide Area Network (WAN) = Network made up of many smaller networks covering a large geographical area Global Area Network (GAN) = Network intended for supporting mobile communications across various wireless coverage areas MAN = Small network that uses wireless and/or wired technology within a limited area

Match the following network technologies with their primary usage:

LTE or WiMAX = Likely technologies used in small MAN networks Ethernet with fiber-optic cabling = Wired technology that can be used in small MAN networks DSL, cable Internet, satellite, cellular WAN, fiber optic = Technologies used to connect a single computer or LAN to the Internet Tunneled data link layer protocols through a larger network = Characteristic feature of Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) Signup and view all the answers

Match the following characteristics with the corresponding network type:

Supports mobile communications across wireless LANs and satellite coverage areas = Global Area Network (GAN) Made up of smaller networks and covers a large geographical area = Wide Area Network (WAN) Uses open connections or virtual circuits instead of physical wires between nodes = Virtual Private Network (VPN) Uses wireless and/or wired technology within a limited area = Metropolitan Area Network (MAN) Signup and view all the answers

Match the following descriptions with the correct network technology:

Connects a single computer or LAN to the Internet using DSL technology = DSL Provides Internet connectivity through cable infrastructure = Cable Internet Enables Internet access via satellite connections = Satellite Facilitates Internet connection through cellular networks = Cellular WAN Signup and view all the answers

Match the network category with its description:

Personal Area Network (PAN) = Composed of personal devices like cell phone and notebook computer, communicating at close range Local Area Network (LAN) = Used for workstations, servers, printers, and other devices to communicate and share resources in a small local area Wireless LAN (WLAN) = Covers limited geographical areas where networking cables are difficult to install Campus Area Network (CAN) = Interconnection of local area networks within a limited geographical area, common in academic settings Signup and view all the answers

Match the network category with its primary technology:

Personal Area Network (PAN) = Can use wired connections like USB or wireless connections like Bluetooth Local Area Network (LAN) = Can use wired technologies like Ethernet or wireless technologies like Wi-Fi (802.11) Wireless LAN (WLAN) = Primarily uses wireless technologies due to difficulties in installing networking cables Metropolitan Area Network (MAN) = Covers a large campus or city with a network infrastructure Signup and view all the answers

Match the type of network with its coverage area:

Personal Area Network (PAN) = Communicating at close range at least about 20-30 feet Local Area Network (LAN) = Covers a small local area such as a home, office, or small group of buildings Wireless LAN (WLAN) = Covers limited geographical areas like outdoors, public places, and unwired homes Metropolitan Area Network (MAN) = Can cover a large campus or city area Signup and view all the answers

Match the network category with its application scenario:

Personal Area Network (PAN) = Connects personal devices like cell phones and notebooks in close proximity Local Area Network (LAN) = Facilitates communication and resource sharing within a small local environment Campus Area Network (CAN) = Interconnects LANs within an academic setting or limited geographical area Metropolitan Area Network (MAN) = Covers a broad geographic region like a large campus or city Signup and view all the answers

Match the network category with its primary connectivity options:

Personal Area Network (PAN) = Can use wireless connections like Bluetooth or infrared for short-range communication Local Area Network (LAN) = Can use either wired connections like Ethernet or wireless connections like Wi-Fi Wireless LAN (WLAN) = Primarily relies on wireless technologies due to the limitations of installing cables Campus Area Network (CAN) = Integrates interconnected LANs within a specific geographical area, often academic environments Signup and view all the answers

Match the network category with its typical reach:

Personal Area Network (PAN) = Typically communicates at close range but expected to increase with advancements in technology Local Area Network (LAN) = Covers a small local area such as a home, office, or small group of buildings Wireless LAN (WLAN) = Covers limited geographical areas where installing cables is challenging Metropolitan Area Network (MAN) = Capable of covering large campuses or cities Signup and view all the answers