WAN Protocols This Study Guide addresses the characteristics of a Wide Area Network (WAN), and differentiates it from a Local Area Network (LAN). These characteristics include: The geographic area occupied by the network The scope of control and management of the network The transmission methods and media used to build the network The type of traffic that crosses the network. Become a ZONE Subscriber and gain access to all Study Guides Author: Dale Holmes Technical Level: CCNA™ and CCNP™ CCNP-Remote Access Date of Issue: 07-01-2023 Rating:   4 of 5    Table of Contents  Tutorial  3 Sample Study Questions  25 Study Questions  Lab Scenario Abstract  Lab Scenario Return to Study Guides