Question

Internet is an example of:

• A. Personal Area Network
• B. Local Area Network
• C. Metropolitan Area Network
• D. Wide Area Network

Hint:

Internet is a WAN because it connects computers and networks across large geographical areas worldwide.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

A network connects computers and devices for communication and data sharing. A Personal Area Network is used for very short range communication. A Local Area Network is used in a small area such as a room, building, school, or office. A Metropolitan Area Network covers a city or large campus area. A Wide Area Network covers very large geographical areas such as states, countries, or the whole world. The Internet connects millions of networks across the world. So it is the largest example of a Wide Area Network. Therefore, the Internet is an example of: \[ \text{Wide Area Network}. \]