How is a WAN different than a LAN?

Both a WAN (wide area network) and a LAN (local area network) connect computers and other devices. The key difference is geographic size: a LAN covers a limited area, such as a home, school, or office, while a WAN can connect networks over much larger distances, such as across cities or countries. So the correct choice is “Both network computers, but only a WAN can cover larger geographical ranges.”

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