Edexcel IGCSEGeneralGeneral Applications4 Marks
A company uses a wide area network (WAN). (a) Explain what is meant by a wide area network. (b) Describe two benefits of using a WAN for the company.
- (a)Explain what is meant by a wide area network.[2]
- (b)Describe two benefits of using a WAN for the company.[2]
Mark scheme
Marking points from the official mark scheme. The mark or mark type is shown in brackets.
- 12(a) Up to two of: B1 for each point.
- Connects computers / devices (1)
- Over a large geographical area / locations that are far apart (1)
- Owned by multiple organisations / public (e.g. internet) (1)
- 12(b) Up to two of: B1 for benefit, B1 for explanation.
- Allows resource sharing (e.g. printers, servers) (1) (saves costs / increases efficiency) (1)
- Allows for communication between employees / offices (e.g. email, video conferencing) (1) (improves collaboration / productivity) (1)
- Allows for centralised data storage (1) (easier to manage / backup data) (1)
- Allows access to shared applications / software (1) (consistent software across locations) (1)
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