Types of Network Quiz

Types of Networks

• Local Area Network (LAN): a computer network that spans a small geographical area, typically within a building or campus.
• Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN): a LAN that connects devices wirelessly, using radio waves or infrared signals.

Metropolitan Area Network (MAN)

• A network that spans a metropolitan area, typically connecting multiple LANs and covering a larger geographical area than a LAN.

Campus Area Network (CAN)

• A network that connects multiple LANs within a university or college campus, often used to connect buildings and departments.

Wide Area Network (WAN)

• A network that covers a large geographical area, such as a city or country, connecting multiple LANs and MANs.

Key Differences

• What distinguishes a WLAN from a LAN is the use of wireless connectivity instead of physical cables.