Network Types Flashcards

A network that covers a small geographical area, such as a home, school, or office, using internal infrastructure.

A network that covers a large geographical area, connecting multiple LANs, often using external infrastructure like the Internet.

A school network connecting computers and printers within the building.

The Internet, which connects networks across the globe.

LANs use internal infrastructure, while WANs rely on external infrastructure to connect over large distances.

Number of devices, bandwidth, latency, and network hardware quality.

The amount of data that can be transferred in a given time, measured in bits per second (bps).

The delay between sending and receiving data, often caused by distance or network congestion.

High speed, low cost, and easier to manage compared to WANs.

Higher cost, slower speeds, and more complex management compared to LANs.