Information Systems and Computer Applications CLEP Prep Practice Exam

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What type of network allows users to freely share files?

Local area
Wide area
Peer-to-peer
Mesh

The correct answer is: Peer-to-peer

In a peer-to-peer network, each computer has equal status and can share resources with other computers without a central server. In contrast, a local area network (LAN) typically has a central server and is restricted to a certain geographical area, while a wide area network (WAN) connects multiple LANs over a large distance. A mesh network is a type of network architecture where each device is connected to multiple devices, whereas in a peer-to-peer network, devices are only connected to each other. Therefore, the peer-to-peer network is the most suitable option for sharing files without restrictions or a central server.