A Wide Area Network Links Computers That Are in Close

question 59

True/False

A wide area network links computers that are in close proximity-in the same building or office complex.

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Definitions:

Significant Influence

The power to participate in the financial and operating policy decisions of an investee, without controlling or jointly controlling the entity.

Short-Term Investment

An investment expected to be converted into cash, sold, or exchanged within a short time frame, typically within a year.

Stock Investments

Financial assets consisting of shares in companies, representing ownership and possibly entitling the shareholder to dividends.

Debt Investments

Financial assets involving the loan of money by an investor to a borrower, typically with the expectation of receiving interest income in addition to principle repayment.