YEAR 8 - FLASHCARD2

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What is a network?

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A group of connected computers and devices that can share information.

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What is a Personal Area Network (PAN)?

Back

A network that connects devices close to one person, like a smartphone and headphones.

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What is a Local Area Network (LAN)?

Back

A network that connects devices in a small area, like a home or office.

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What is a Wide Area Network (WAN)?

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A network that covers a large geographical area, like a country or the world.

Front

Which network is the smallest in size? Options: PAN, WAN, LAN

Back

PAN

Front

Which network is the largest in size? Options: PAN, WAN, LAN

Back

WAN

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Give an example of a device you would connect to a PAN.

Back

Wireless headphones

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Give an example of a place where you would find a LAN

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A school