In a modern smart home, various devices such as smart thermostats, smart refrigerators, and smart lights need to communicate with each other. While some devices are wired, most are wireless and have a range of only a few meters. What type of network are these devices most likely using?
- LAN
- PAN
- SAN
- WLAN
These devices are most likely using a WLAN (Wireless Local Area Network). WLANs are designed for short-range wireless communication within a home or small area, making them ideal for smart home devices with limited communication range.
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