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What is the primary purpose of a computer network?
What is the primary purpose of a computer network?
To facilitate the exchange and sharing of data, information, and resources.
What is the difference between a PAN and a LAN?
What is the difference between a PAN and a LAN?
PAN covers a smaller area within 20 meters, while LAN covers a larger area like an office or building.
Explain the coverage area of a MAN network.
Explain the coverage area of a MAN network.
MAN covers a larger area than a LAN, such as a large street, a town, or a city.
How does a WAN differ from a MAN?
How does a WAN differ from a MAN?
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What are some examples of hardware resources that can be shared in a computer network?
What are some examples of hardware resources that can be shared in a computer network?
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What are some software resources that can be shared in a computer network?
What are some software resources that can be shared in a computer network?
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How do computer networks aid communication between users?
How do computer networks aid communication between users?
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In what way does a computer network enable people to work from any part of the world?
In what way does a computer network enable people to work from any part of the world?
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Study Notes
What is a Computer Network?
- A computer network is a connection of two or more computers and ICT devices to share data, files, or communicate.
- The connection can be established using wired or wireless technologies.
Types of Computer Network
- Personal Area Network (PAN): The smallest type of network, covering a range of up to 20 meters.
- Local Area Network (LAN): A network that covers a small area, such as an office, building, or school.
- Metropolitan Area Network (MAN): A network that covers a larger area, such as a large street, a town, or a city.
- Wide Area Network (WAN): A network that covers a larger area, extending to any part of the world, also known as the International Network (INTERNET).
Uses of Computer Network
- Enables sharing of hardware resources, such as printers, scanners, and storage devices.
- Enables sharing of software resources, such as data, documents, videos, music, etc.
- Facilitates communication between users through email, messaging applications, and video calls.
- Allows people to work from anywhere in the world and collaborate with others.
- Enables sharing of internet connection.
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Test your knowledge about different types of computer networks, from Personal Area Networks (PAN) to larger networks. Learn about wired and wireless technologies used to establish connections between computers and ICT devices.
