Types Of Computer Network

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  What are the Three common types of computer Networks?

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The correct answer is MAN, LAN, WAN. MAN stands for Metropolitan Area Network, which is a network that covers a larger area than a LAN but smaller than a WAN. LAN stands for Local Area Network, which is a network that connects computers and devices within a limited area such as a home, office, or building. WAN stands for Wide Area Network, which is a network that spans a large geographical area and connects multiple LANs together. These three types of networks are commonly used in computer networking to facilitate communication and data transfer between devices.

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2. Types of Networks are Categories by their Geographicial Area cover?  

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Types of networks can be categorized based on the geographical area they cover. This means that different types of networks can be distinguished based on the extent of their coverage, such as Local Area Networks (LANs) that cover a small area like a home or office, Wide Area Networks (WANs) that cover a larger area like a city or country, and Metropolitan Area Networks (MANs) that cover an intermediate area between LANs and WANs. Therefore, the statement "Types of Networks are Categories by their Geographical Area cover" is true.

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3.   What is the acronym for LAN?  

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LAN stands for Local Area Network. It refers to a network that connects computers and devices within a limited area, such as a home, office, or building. LANs are used to facilitate communication and the sharing of resources, such as files and printers, among connected devices.

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4. What is the acronym MAN stand for?  

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A Metropolitan Area Network (MAN) is a network that covers a larger geographical area than a Local Area Network (LAN) but smaller than a Wide Area Network (WAN). It typically spans across a city or a metropolitan area and connects multiple LANs together. MANs are designed to provide high-speed data transmission and are commonly used by organizations or institutions that have multiple branches or locations within a city. Therefore, the correct answer is Metropolitan Area Network.

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5. Mr. John is a small business man that run a Hardware, he have been experiences problem with his samll accounting department  which he depends on to provide  him with the sales reports. Mr John want to be able to shared information between his 7 computer station and have on central printing area, what type of network would you recommend to Mr. John?

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Based on the given information, Mr. John is a small business owner who wants to share information between his 7 computer stations and have a central printing area. A LAN (Local Area Network) would be the most suitable network for Mr. John's requirements. A LAN allows for the sharing of resources, such as files and printers, within a small geographical area, like a single building or office. It is cost-effective, easy to set up, and provides fast data transfer speeds, making it ideal for Mr. John's small business needs.

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6. Arrange the Following Types of Networks according to their size, from largest to smallest?

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LAN stands for Local Area Network, which is the smallest type of network that covers a limited area such as a home, office, or building. WAN stands for Wide Area Network, which is a larger network that covers a wide geographical area, such as multiple cities or countries. MAN stands for Metropolitan Area Network, which is a network that covers a larger area than a LAN but smaller than a WAN, typically within a city or metropolitan area. Therefore, the correct order from largest to smallest is WAN, MAN, LAN.

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  What are the Three common types of computer Networks?
Types of Networks are Categories by their Geographicial Area cover? ...
  What is the acronym for LAN?  
What is the acronym MAN stand for?  
Mr. John is a small business man that run a Hardware, he have been...
Arrange the Following Types of Networks according to their size, from...
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