LAN, WAN, SUBNET - EXPLAINED

What is the most basic definition of a network?

• Computers connected to each other to exchange information.

• A single computer used for processing data.

• A device that connects directly to the internet.

• A type of software used for network management.

What best describes a Local Area Network (LAN)?

• A network that spans across continents and countries.

• A private network found within a single building, home, or organization.

• A network that connects to the internet directly without any other devices.

• A network used exclusively for wireless connections.

What is a Wide Area Network (WAN)?

• A small network limited to a single room.

• A network used only for local file sharing.

• A large network spanning vast geographical areas, like the Internet.

• A network that only connects two computers directly.

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What device is responsible for separating networks or subnets?

• A switch

• A modem

• A router

• A server

What are the primary reasons for creating subnets (subnetting) within a larger network?

• To increase the number of physical cables in a network.

• To make networks slower and less secure by adding complexity.

• To improve manageability, security, and performance by controlling broadcast traffic.

• To allow direct connection to the internet without the need for a modem.