distributed network could be selected; a centralized network can also support applications that are uniform across branches.
e. A public utility. Since the network is limited to its headquarters facility, a local-area network should be in-
stalled. However, this LAN could be connected to a wide-area network. that links the various remote points (e.g., generating stations) to the headquarters.
f. A railroad. Although coordination takes place in
one location, processing of information is likely to oc-
cur loCallythroughout the network. Therefore, a dis-
tributed network would be preferable. If local