A network engineer is explaining to a colleague why a physical ring topology does not necessarily mean the logical topology is also a ring. Which statement best clarifies the difference?

Logical topology is determined by the type of cabling used

Physical topology only applies to wired networks

Physical topology describes the cabling and device connections, while logical topology describes how data flows

Logical topology is always the same as physical topology

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1.3. Differentiate Between LAN, WAN, MAN, CAN, PAN, and WLAN. 100-150 Practice Questions (Page 6)

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26application · medium
A company is choosing between a LAN and a WAN for a new branch office. The branch office is in the same city as the headquarters, about 10 miles away. Which network type is most appropriate for connecting the branch office to headquarters?
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27expert · easy
A network engineer is explaining to a colleague why a physical ring topology does not necessarily mean the logical topology is also a ring. Which statement best clarifies the difference?
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28foundation · easy
Which network type is specifically defined as a wireless network that connects devices within a limited area, such as a home or office, using Wi-Fi?
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1.3. Differentiate Between LAN, WAN, MAN, CAN, PAN, and WLAN. 100-150 Practice Questions (Page 6)

Questions 26–28

A company is choosing between a LAN and a WAN for a new branch office. The branch office is in the same city as the headquarters, about 10 miles away. Which network type is most appropriate for connecting the branch office to headquarters?

A network engineer is explaining to a colleague why a physical ring topology does not necessarily mean the logical topology is also a ring. Which statement best clarifies the difference?

Which network type is specifically defined as a wireless network that connects devices within a limited area, such as a home or office, using Wi-Fi?

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