CBSE Class 9 Computer Applications
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Computer Networking — Question 1
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Differentiate between LAN, MAN, and WAN.
| LAN | MAN | WAN |
|---|---|---|
| It is used for a small networks like a room, office building or campus. | MAN is much larger than a LAN setup and can spread across a city. | WAN is used to link computers located at far away places (countries or continents). |
| The maximum range of LAN can be 10 Kilometers. | The maximum range of MAN can be 50 Km. | The range of WAN is limitless as it uses telecommunication or satellite signals. |
| The hardware as well as software resources are shared through LAN. | The main purpose of a MAN is also to share hardware and software resources. | The main purpose of WAN is to share data and information. |
| LAN is usually used in schools, offices etc. | WAN is commonly used in Cable Television Network. | WAN is used as internet in houses, schools, banks and private and public sector. |