WLAN Basics
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What is the main benefit of using a Local Area Network (LAN)?

  • Increased security by checking LAN users' data files
  • Easy data management in a centralized place (correct)
  • Reduced initial costs for computer resources
  • Enhanced privacy of data files

Which type of network is limited to a large geographical area?

  • Local Area Network (LAN)
  • Metropolitan Area Network (MAN)
  • Wireless LAN
  • Wide Area Network (WAN) (correct)

What is a common disadvantage of Local Area Networks (LANs) based on the text?

  • Lack of centralized data storage
  • Limited network connectivity
  • Poor privacy of data files (correct)
  • High initial cost of installation

What is the primary purpose of a Wide Area Network (WAN)?

<p>To connect networks over large geographical areas (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of network facilitates sharing a single internet connection among users within a limited area?

<p>Local Area Network (LAN) (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What technology is typically used by Wide Area Networks (WANs) to connect different LANs?

<p>Fiber Optic Cables (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a WLAN?

<p>A wireless distribution method for connecting devices using radio waves (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key advantage of a WLAN?

<p>Allows users to move around while maintaining network connection (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which technology is commonly used to build a WLAN?

<p>Wi-Fi (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a SAN?

<p>A type of network that allows consolidated, block-level data storage (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a SAN?

<p>To consolidate and manage storage devices in a network (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of network is used for high-speed server-to-server and processor-to-processor communication?

<p>System Area Network (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of network is the largest in the world?

<p>The Internet (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main advantage of a WAN compared to other network types?

<p>Covers a larger geographical area (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary method used for connecting devices in a WLAN?

<p>Radio transmitters and receivers (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key disadvantage of a WAN compared to other network types?

<p>Higher setup cost (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of network is described as 'consisting of a computer network across an entire city, college campus, or a small region'?

<p>Metropolitan Area Network (MAN) (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following devices is NOT typically connected to a WLAN?

<p>Mainframe computers (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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