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Which of the following statements is NOT true of optical disks?
 
  A) Optical disks have a long life span.
  B) Each optical disk has an unlimited capacity.
  C) An optical disk transfers information more slowly than a hard drive.
  D) Optical disks are not affected by magnetism.
  E) Storage on optical disks is permanent.

Question 2

What is the difference between a LAN and a WAN?
 
  What will be an ideal response?



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Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

Local-area network (LAN) computers are connected together (usually by a network cable) serving just the building or campus in which they are located. Wide-area networks (WAN) function similar to a LAN except that they cover larger geographic areas. To do so, the WAN typically uses telecommunication lines to connect a LAN in one area with another LAN in a more distant area.





 

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