Networks range from small two$-$computer networks to the biggest network of all, the Internet. A network provides two principal benefits: the ability to communicate and the ability to share.

The goal of this activity is to test your knowledge of the types of networks.

Instructions: Match each type of network to its correct description.

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Wide Area Network

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Metropolitan Area

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Local Area Network

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Network

Match each of the options above to the items below.

A large computer network usually spanning a city. Most colleges, universities, and large companies that span a campus use an infrastructure supported by this type of network.

Designed to connect a group of computers in proximity to each other such as in an office building, a school, or a home. This type of network is useful for sharing resources such as files, printers, games, or other applications.

Spans a large geographic area, such as a state, province, or country. This type of network often connects multiple smaller networks.