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LANs and WANs: definitions, advantages and devices
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- 1what are the meanings of a LAN and a WAN?LAN has 6 components to function these are
A network adaptor to connect to a network.
Network medium. Wired notworks need cables. - 2What is a computer network?two computers connected to show information and resources
- 3Describe a LANA local area network (LAN) is a group of computers and associated devices that share a common communications line or wireless link to a server.
- 4Describe a WANA wide area network (WAN) is a geographically distributed private telecommunications network that interconnects multiple local area networks.
- 5What are the advantages of a computer network?licences are likely to be cheaper than buying several standalone licences.
- 6What are the disadvantages of a computer network?licences are likely to be cheaper than buying several standalone licences.
- 7What devices are needed to produce a LAN?Network Adaptor .A computer needs a network adaptor to connect to a network.
- 8What is the purpose of a NIC?The NIC contains the electronic circuitry required to communicate using a wired connection (e.g., Ethernet) or a wireless connection (e.g., WiFi).
- 9What is the purpose of a Router?The main purpose of a router is to connect multiple networks and forward packets destined either for its own networks or other networks.
- 10What is the purpose of a Hub?A hub, also called a network hub, is a common connection point for devices in a network.
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