CAN, WAN, and MAN

• CAN (Campus Area Network): A network that interconnects multiple LANs within a limited geographical area, such as a university campus or a corporate park.

• WAN (Wide Area Network): A network that covers a large geographical area, such as a city, state, country, or even the world. The internet is the largest WAN.

• MAN (Metropolitan Area Network): A network that covers a larger area than a LAN but smaller than a WAN, typically a city or metropolitan area.

Best Network for a Business with Multiple Locations

A WAN is the most suitable network for a business with multiple locations. It allows for communication and data sharing between geographically dispersed offices, enabling efficient operations, collaboration, and resource sharing.

Lossless vs. Lossy Compression

• Lossless compression: This method reduces file size without losing any data. It is suitable for text, code, and other data where preserving every bit is essential.

• Lossy compression: This method reduces file size by eliminating data that is deemed less important or imperceptible to the human eye or ear. It is commonly used for images, audio, and video files.

Lossy compression is often used for images and videos because it significantly reduces file size without noticeable degradation in quality. However, it is not suitable for data where accuracy is critical, such as medical images or financial data.

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