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    The document discusses the four main types of networks: LAN, WLAN, WAN, and WPAN. A LAN (local area network) connects computers within a limited geographic area like a home or office. A WLAN (wireless local area network) uses radio waves to connect devices within a small area without wires. A WAN (wide area network) connects multiple LANs and WLANs over long distances using technologies like the internet. A WPAN (wireless personal area network) connects devices within close proximity like wireless headphones or a smartwatch.

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    The document discusses the four main types of networks: LAN, WLAN, WAN, and WPAN. A LAN (local area network) connects computers within a limited geographic area like a home or office. A WLAN (wireless local area network) uses radio waves to connect devices within a small area without wires. A WAN (wide area network) connects multiple LANs and WLANs over long distances using technologies like the internet. A WPAN (wireless personal area network) connects devices within close proximity like wireless headphones or a smartwatch.

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    The document discusses the four main types of networks: LAN, WLAN, WAN, and WPAN. A LAN (local area network) connects computers within a limited geographic area like a home or office. A WLAN (wireless local area network) uses radio waves to connect devices within a small area without wires. A WAN (wide area network) connects multiple LANs and WLANs over long distances using technologies like the internet. A WPAN (wireless personal area network) connects devices within close proximity like wireless headphones or a smartwatch.

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    The different types of networks

    Questions:
    1. List the 4 different types of networks.




    2. What is LAN an abbreviation of?

    3. Describe 4 features of a LAN.

    Features of a LAN
    1.
    2.
    3.
    4.

    4. Draw an image that shows how a LAN is setup, photograph it and paste into the space below:

    5. Describe 4 advantages and 4 disadvantages to setting up a LAN.

    Advantages of a LAN Disadvantages of a LAN

    IGCSE ICT: Unit 4 - Networks and the effects of using them Mark Nicholls - ICT Lounge
    6. What is WLAN an abbreviation of?

    7. Describe 4 features of a WLAN.

    Features of a WLAN
    1.
    2.
    3.
    4.

    8. Explain what a router is and describe its role in a WLAN.

    A router is…

    A routers role
    is…

    9. Draw a picture that shows how a WLAN is setup, photograph it and paste into the space below:

    10. Describe 4 advantages and 4 disadvantages to setting up a WLAN.

    Advantages of a WLAN Disadvantages of a WLAN

    IGCSE ICT: Unit 4 - Networks and the effects of using them Mark Nicholls - ICT Lounge
    11. What is WAN an abbreviation of?

    12. Describe what a WAN is.

    13. What is the largest WAN in the world?

    14. Describe what the internet is made up of.

    15. List the 4 different ways that computers and devices can connect to a WAN.




    16. Draw a picture that shows how a WAN is setup, photograph it and paste into the space below:

    IGCSE ICT: Unit 4 - Networks and the effects of using them Mark Nicholls - ICT Lounge
    17. Describe 4 advantages and 4 disadvantages to setting up a WAN.

    Advantages of a WAN Disadvantages of a WAN

    18. What is WPAN an abbreviation of?

    19. What is another, more commonly used, name for a WPAN.

    20. Describe 3 features of a WPAN.

    Features of a WPAN
    1.
    2.
    3.

    21. List the 4 devices that can commonly be used to connect to a WPAN.




    22. Draw a picture that shows how a WPAN is setup, photograph it and paste into the space below:

    IGCSE ICT: Unit 4 - Networks and the effects of using them Mark Nicholls - ICT Lounge
    23. Describe 4 advantages and 4 disadvantages to setting up a WPAN.

    Advantages of a WPAN Disadvantages of a WPAN

    IGCSE ICT: Unit 4 - Networks and the effects of using them Mark Nicholls - ICT Lounge

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