Meaning of the word "Wide Area Network" in English

What does "Wide Area Network" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

Wide Area Network

US /waɪd ˈɛr.i.ə ˈnɛt.wɜːrk/
UK /waɪd ˈɛə.ri.ə ˈnɛt.wɜːk/

Noun

a computer network that spans a large geographical area, such as a city, country, or even the world, connecting multiple smaller networks (like LANs)

Example:
Our company uses a Wide Area Network to connect its offices across different continents.
The internet is the largest example of a Wide Area Network.