- A
LAN using CAT6 Ethernet cable
Why wrong: Ethernet cable is limited to 100 meters, far too short for 2 miles.
- B
WAN using a satellite link
Why wrong: Satellite links are for very long distances and have high latency; overkill and expensive for 2 miles.
- C
MAN using a point-to-point wireless bridge
A MAN covers a city area; wireless bridges can connect buildings miles apart without cabling, suitable for this distance.
- D
PAN using Bluetooth
Why wrong: Bluetooth PANs have a range of about 10 meters, completely inadequate for 2 miles.
Question 871 of 1,020
MAN with Point-to-Point Wireless Bridge
This 220-1201 practice question tests your understanding of network types. Compare every option against the stated constraints before choosing — the best answer satisfies all requirements, not just the most obvious one. After answering, compare your reasoning against the explanation and wrong-answer breakdown below. Once you have made your selection, read the full explanation to reinforce the concept and understand why each distractor is designed to mislead on exam day.
A company wants to connect two office buildings that are 2 miles apart in the same city to share a high-speed internet connection and internal resources. Fiber optic cable is not an option due to cost. Which network type and technology would be most appropriate?
Quick Answer
The correct choice is a Metropolitan Area Network (MAN) using a point-to-point wireless bridge. This solution is ideal because a MAN is specifically designed to connect multiple locations across a city, and a point-to-point wireless bridge provides a high-speed, cost-effective link for distances up to several miles when running fiber optic cable is prohibitively expensive. On the CompTIA A+ Core 1 220-1201 exam, this scenario tests your ability to match network types—LAN, WAN, PAN, and MAN—to real-world distances and constraints, with the common trap being to confuse a MAN with a WAN or to overlook the wireless bridge as a viable alternative to cabling. Remember that a MAN covers a city-scale area, while a WAN spans beyond a city, and a point-to-point bridge uses directional antennas to create a dedicated link. A helpful memory tip: think "Metro = MAN, and Wireless Bridge = No Fiber Fuss."
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
✓
MAN using a point-to-point wireless bridge
A MAN (Metropolitan Area Network) using a point-to-point wireless bridge is the most appropriate choice because it connects two buildings within the same city (a metropolitan area) without the high cost of fiber. A wireless bridge operating in the 5 GHz or 60 GHz band can provide high-speed, dedicated links over distances up to several miles, making it ideal for sharing internet and internal resources between the two sites.
Key principle: Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
- ✗
LAN using CAT6 Ethernet cable
Why it's wrong here
Ethernet cable is limited to 100 meters, far too short for 2 miles.
- ✗
WAN using a satellite link
Why it's wrong here
Satellite links are for very long distances and have high latency; overkill and expensive for 2 miles.
- ✓
MAN using a point-to-point wireless bridge
Why this is correct
A MAN covers a city area; wireless bridges can connect buildings miles apart without cabling, suitable for this distance.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
- ✗
PAN using Bluetooth
Why it's wrong here
Bluetooth PANs have a range of about 10 meters, completely inadequate for 2 miles.
Common exam traps
Common exam trap: answer the scenario, not the keyword
The trap here is that candidates often confuse MAN with WAN, assuming any connection between buildings requires a WAN, but a MAN is specifically designed for metropolitan-scale connections like this, and a point-to-point wireless bridge is a cost-effective alternative to fiber.
Detailed technical explanation
How to think about this question
A point-to-point wireless bridge typically uses protocols like 802.11ac or 802.11ax in the 5 GHz band, or 802.11ad/ay in the 60 GHz band, achieving throughputs of 1 Gbps or more over line-of-sight distances. For longer distances, technologies like licensed microwave or free-space optics (FSO) can be used, but unlicensed wireless bridges are common for cost-effective MAN links. Real-world considerations include ensuring clear line of sight, avoiding interference, and using directional antennas with high gain to maintain signal integrity over the 2-mile span.
KKey Concepts to Remember
- Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
- Find the constraint that changes the correct option.
- Eliminate answers that are true in general but not in this case.
TExam Day Tips
- Watch for words such as best, first, most likely and least administrative effort.
- Review why wrong options are wrong, not only why the correct option is correct.
Key takeaway
Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
Real-world example
How this comes up in practice
A practitioner preparing for the 220-1201 exam encounters this exact type of scenario on the job. The correct answer here is not the most general option — it is the best answer for the specific constraint described. Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option. Real exam questions reward reading the full scenario before eliminating options, because the constraint defines which answer fits.
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Network Types — This question tests Network Types — Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer..
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: MAN using a point-to-point wireless bridge — A MAN (Metropolitan Area Network) using a point-to-point wireless bridge is the most appropriate choice because it connects two buildings within the same city (a metropolitan area) without the high cost of fiber. A wireless bridge operating in the 5 GHz or 60 GHz band can provide high-speed, dedicated links over distances up to several miles, making it ideal for sharing internet and internal resources between the two sites.
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Variation 1. A city government wants to provide free public Wi-Fi in a downtown area spanning 2 square miles. The network must handle hundreds of simultaneous users and be accessible from streets and parks. Which network type is most appropriate for this deployment?
hard- A.Local Area Network (LAN)
- B.Wide Area Network (WAN)
- C.Personal Area Network (PAN)
- ✓ D.Metropolitan Area Network (MAN)
Why D: A Metropolitan Area Network (MAN) is designed to cover a geographic area larger than a LAN but smaller than a WAN, typically spanning a city or a large campus. For a 2-square-mile downtown area with hundreds of simultaneous users, a MAN provides the necessary range, high capacity, and centralized management to deliver public Wi-Fi access across streets and parks. Technologies such as WiMAX (IEEE 802.16) or carrier-grade Wi-Fi mesh networks are commonly used in MAN deployments to ensure seamless coverage and user density.
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