Cyber Class 5 Types of Networks

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Why is a LAN (like your home Wi-Fi) usually considered safer than a WAN (like the big public Internet)?

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A Because a LAN has shorter wires.
B Because you can control who is allowed to join a LAN using a password.
C Because hackers are afraid of small networks.
D Because LANs only work during the daytime.

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Answer: B. Because you can control who is allowed to join a LAN using a password.

Explanation: On your home LAN, you are the boss! You choose the password and know exactly who is connected. The WAN (the Internet) is like a giant public park where anyone can be walking around

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