The network that spans over a large geographical area is called

The correct answer is WAN (Wide Area Network).

Key Points

• WAN stands for Wide Area Network.
• It spans a large geographical area, such as cities, states, or even countries.
• WANs connect smaller networks like LANs (Local Area Networks) or MANs (Metropolitan Area Networks).
• Examples of WANs include the internet and enterprise networks that connect offices in multiple locations.

Additional Information

• LAN (Local Area Network): A LAN is a network that connects computers within a limited area such as a home, school, or office. It allows devices to share resources like files and printers. LANs are typically faster but have limited geographic coverage.
• PAN (Personal Area Network): A PAN is a network designed for personal devices such as smartphones, laptops, and wearable devices. It is usually limited to a few meters and is used for short-range communication (e.g., Bluetooth or USB connections).
• Bus Network: This is a network topology where all devices are connected to a single communication line (bus). It is not a type of network like LAN, WAN, or PAN but rather a method of connecting devices within a network.