LAN v WAN

What does LAN stand for?

• Linked Area Network

• Local Area Network

• Large Area Network

• Long Area Network

Which of the following is typically used to connect LANs?

• UTP cable

• All of the above

• Fiber optic

• Wi-Fi

What is the main characteristic of a WAN?

• Located on a single site

• Owned and controlled by a single organization

• Covers a large geographical area

• Covers a small geographical area

How are WANs typically connected?

• Satellite links

• Fiber optic cables

• All of the above

• Telephone lines

What is the key difference between a LAN and a WAN?

• The speed of the connection

• The number of devices connected

• The type of cable used

• The geographical area they cover

Which protocol is commonly used for file sharing within a LAN?

• HTTP

• FTP

• SMTP

• DHCP

What device is used to connect multiple devices within a LAN?

• Modem

• Switch

• Router

• Firewall

Which of the following is a benefit of using a LAN?

• Increased external security threats

• Slower data transfer speeds

• File sharing between devices

• Higher implementation costs

What is the primary function of a router in a network?

• Connecting multiple networks and routing traffic between them

• Connecting a computer to the Internet

• Preventing unauthorized access to the network

• Increasing the speed of the network

What does WAN stand for?

• Wide Area Network

• Wireless Area Network

• Wired Area Network

• Web Area Network