Networking Basics

Question 1

Performs its functions without requiring a configuration

Answer 1

Unmanaged Switch

Question 2

Smallest type of wired or wireless network and covers
the least amount of area

Answer 2

Personal Area Network (PAN)

Question 3

▪ Connects components within a limited distance
● Up to a few hundred feet

Answer 3

Local Area Network (LAN)

Question 4

▪ Connects LANs that are building-centric across a university, industrial
park, or business park
● Up to a few miles

Answer 4

Campus Area Network (CAN)

Question 5

▪ Connects scattered locations across a city or metro area
● Up to about 25 miles

Answer 5

Metropolitan Area Network (MAN)

Question 6

Connects geographically disparate internal networks and consists of
leased lines or VPNs
● Worldwide coverage

Answer 6

Wide Area Network (WAN)

Question 7

A wireless distribution method for two or more devices that creates a
local area network using wireless frequencies

Answer 7

Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN)

Question 8

Provisions access to configurable pools of storage devices that can be
used by application servers

Answer 8

Storage Area Network (SAN)

Question 9

Uses a centralized server or simply provides clients access to local
devices like printers, file storage, or the Internet

Answer 9

Small Office, Home Office (SoHo) LAN