This page provides all possible meanings and translations of the word wide area network. wide area network, WAN(noun) a computer network that spans a wider area than does a local area network. Wide area network. A wide area network is a network that covers a broad area using private or public network transports.
In general terms, a conflict of interest may occur if an outside interest or activity: (i) influences, appears to influence or has the potential to influence the ability of an employee to exercise objectivity or (ii) impairs the ability of an employee to perform his or her responsibilities in the best interests of the Foundation.
When people who have a duty to act on behalf of others, such as elected officials with a duty to serve their constituents' interests or more broadly the public good, stand to benefit by shaping the law to serve the interests of some private parties a conflict of interest exists.