Data Communication and Computer Network

Question 1

is a system that connects two or
more computing devices for transmitting and sharing
information.

Answer 1

Computer network

Question 2

These
networks enable communication
between minuscule sensors and
actuators.

Answer 2

Nanoscale networks

Question 3

refers to a network used by
just one person to connect
multiple devices, such as
laptops to scanners, etc.

Answer 3

Personal area network

Question 4

The
local area network connects
devices within a limited
geographical area, such as
schools, hospitals, or office
buildings.

Answer 4

Local area network (LAN)

Question 5

is a dedicated network that
facilitates block-level data
storage. This is used in storage
devices such as disk arrays and
tape libraries.

Answer 5

Storage area network (SAN)

Question 6

are a
collection of interconnected
LANs. They are used by larger
entities such as universities and
governments.

Answer 6

Campus area network (CAN)

Question 7

is a large computer
network that spans across a city

Answer 7

Metropolitan area network
(MAN)

Question 8

cover larger
areas such as large cities,
states, and even countries.

Answer 8

Wide area network (WAN)

Question 9

is a single network that
a large organization uses to
connect its multiple office
locations.

Answer 9

Enterprise private network
(EPN)

Question 10

is an overlay private
network stretched on top of a
public network.

Answer 10

Virtual private network (VPN)

Question 11

is a WAN whose
infrastructure is delivered via
cloud services.

Answer 11

Cloud network

Question 12

is a set of networks that is maintained and controlled by a single
entity.

Answer 12

internet

Question 13

is a collection of multiple networks
connected by routers and layered by
networking software.

Answer 13

Internet