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A network technician is setting up network connectivity for workstations located entirely within a single office suite by connecting them to a local central switch. Which of the following network types best describes this deployment?

  1. Local Area Network (LAN)Answer
  2. B
    Wide Area Network (WAN)
  3. C
    Metropolitan Area Network (MAN)
  4. D
    Storage Area Network (SAN)

Answer

Local Area Network (LAN)
A Local Area Network (LAN) is designed to connect computer systems and peripheral devices within a localized area such as an office room or building.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Analyze the geographic scope of the scenario.
The network encompasses devices confined within a single office suite.
Geographic scope is the primary criteria for distinguishing between network classification types (LAN, MAN, WAN).
2
Map the geographic scope to the appropriate network classification.
A network operating within a single room, home, or office building is defined as a Local Area Network (LAN).
LANs handle short-range local network communication using standard Ethernet switching infrastructure.

Key Concept

Geographic network types (LAN vs MAN vs WAN vs SAN)
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