Answer to Question #190801 in Computer Networks for Alan

Question

What is computer networks

Answer 1

Computer Network is a set of computers connected together for the purpose of sharing resources, applications, and communication.

There are several types of computer networks;

• Personal Area Network (PAN)

Personal Area Network is a network arranged within an individual person, typically within a range of 10 meters. It is used to connect devices that are for personal use only.

• Local area Network(LAN)

Local Area Network is a group of computers connected to each other in a small area such as a building, office. It is used to connect one or more personal computers through a communication medium such as twisted pair, coaxial cable.

• Metropolitan Area Network(MAN)

A metropolitan area network is a network that covers a larger geographic area by interconnecting a different LAN to form a larger network. Government agencies use MAN to connect to the citizens and private industries.

• Wide Area Network(WAN)

A Wide Area Network is a network that extends over a large geographical area such as states or countries. The Internet is one of the biggest WAN in the world.