What term describes a network consisting of computers connected within a limited area?

• A. LAN
• B. WLAN
• C. SAN
• D. CAN

Answer: (A)

A local area network connects computers and devices within a small geographic area, such as a single building or campus, enabling fast communication and resource sharing. That limited-area scope is exactly what the question describes, so LAN is the best term. A WLAN is simply the wireless version of a LAN, so it’s a subset of the same concept; the general, widely used name for a small-area network is LAN. A storage area network focuses on linking storage devices to servers, not typical computer-to-computer networking in a limited area. A Campus Area Network covers a broader area across multiple buildings on a campus, which goes beyond the immediate, small-scale scope described here.