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What is the main purpose of a network?

• Communication

• Sharing of hardware only

• Sharing of software only

• Sharing of data only

Where are some places where networks are needed?

• Banks, schools, hospitals

• Restaurants, parks, cinemas

• Beaches, mountains, forests

• Museums, libraries, galleries

Which type of network covers the smallest geographical area?

• PAN

• LAN

• WAN

• MAN

What is the most common type of network used in homes and small offices?

• PAN

• LAN

• WAN

• MAN

Why are networks essential in modern workplaces?

• For entertainment purposes only

• To improve communication and collaboration

• To limit access to information

• For decorative purposes only

What is the primary purpose of a PAN network?

• Sharing of data only

• Communication

• Sharing of hardware only

• Sharing of software only

How does a LAN differ from a WAN in terms of coverage?

• LAN covers a larger geographical area

• WAN covers a smaller geographical area

• Both have the same coverage area

• LAN covers a smaller geographical area

What is the primary advantage of a WAN over a LAN?

• Higher security

• Lower cost

• More flexibility

• Greater coverage area

How does a MAN differ from a LAN in terms of coverage?

• MAN covers a larger geographical area

• LAN covers a smaller geographical area

• Both have the same coverage area

• MAN covers a smaller geographical area

What is the main difference between a LAN and a WAN in terms of speed?

• LAN is faster than WAN

• WAN is faster than LAN

• Both have the same speed

• Speed is not a consideration in network setup