wide area network

n. WAN.

wide area network

n (Computer Science) computing a network of computers interconnected over large distances, often by optical fibres or microwave communications. Abbreviation: WAN

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wide area network - a computer network that spans a wider area than does a local area networkWANcomputer network - (computer science) a network of computers

Wide Area Network

(networking)(WAN) A network, usually constructed withserial lines, extending over distances greater than onekilometre.

Compare local area network, metropolitan area network.

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Wide Area Network

Also called WAN. A network that allows computers to connect to the Internet over an exceptionally large area, such as a metropolitan area, a region or even a country.

AcronymsSeeWAN

wide area network

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Synonyms for wide area network

noun a computer network that spans a wider area than does a local area network

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computer network

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