3. Types of Networks

Question 1

What are computer networks divided into based on their size?

Answer 1

Computer networks are divided geographically into groups ranging from small networks with 2-3 devices to large networks with millions of devices.

Question 2

What is a Personal Area Network (PAN)?

Answer 2

A small network covering short distances (up to 10 meters), typically involving a minimal number of devices, such as a mobile device and a wireless headset connected via Bluetooth.

Question 3

Can you give an example of a PAN?

Answer 3

A mobile device connected to a wireless headset via Bluetooth.

Question 4

What is a Local Area Network (LAN)?

Answer 4

A network larger than PAN, supporting many devices and covering a wider area, commonly found in homes and shared buildings.

Question 5

What is an example of a LAN?

Answer 5

Home networks or shared networks within a building.

Question 6

What is a Metropolitan Area Network (MAN)?

Answer 6

A city-sized computer network interconnecting multiple LANs, typically connected via fiber optic cabling.

Question 7

What is a Wide Area Network (WAN)?

Answer 7

The largest type of computer network, covering vast geographical areas, including continents, and hosting all other network types within it. An example is the Internet.

Question 8

What is an example of a WAN?

Answer 8

The Internet.

Question 9

What is a Campus Area Network (CAN)?

Answer 9

A network larger than a LAN but smaller than a MAN, typically connecting several LANs within a university, institution, or private company.

Question 10

What are examples of networks in a CAN?

Answer 10

Computer networks of universities, institutions, or private companies.