What are the different types of networks

Question

Accepted Answer

Different types of networks include LAN, WAN, MAN, WLAN, PAN, CAN, SAN, and VPN.

LAN (Local Area Network) - connects devices within a limited area like a home, office, or school
WAN (Wide Area Network) - connects devices over a large geographical area, often using public infrastructure like the internet
MAN (Metropolitan Area Network) - covers a larger geographic area than a LAN but smaller than a WAN
WLAN (Wireless Local Area Network) - uses wireless technology to connect devices within a limited area
PAN (Personal Area Network) - connects devices within an individual's personal space, like Bluetooth devices
CAN (Campus Area Network) - connects multiple LANs within a university or corporate campus
SAN (Storage Area Network) - dedicated network for storage devices to communicate with servers
VPN (Virtual Private Network) - secure network that allows remote access to a private network over a public network like the internet

Popular interview questions of Incident Manager