CompTIA Network+ (N10-008) — Question 675

A user is connecting a smartwatch to a smartphone for internet access. Which of the following network types is the user employing?

Answer options

• A. MAN
• B. PAN
• C. LAN
• D. WLAN

Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is B, PAN (Personal Area Network), as it refers to a small network designed for personal devices in close proximity. MAN (A) stands for Metropolitan Area Network, LAN (C) is Local Area Network, and WLAN (D) is Wireless Local Area Network, all of which are unsuitable for connecting personal wearable devices to smartphones.